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The theme of a story is what the author is trying to convey — in other words, the central idea of the story. Short stories often have just one theme, whereas novels usually have multiple themes. ... That is, the events of the story illustrate the theme, and the lesson that you learn relates directly to the theme.
The answer is C: <span>Crime was common in Johannesburg in the 1940s, and this is reflected in the novel when Kumalo is robbed when he first arrives in the city.</span>
D. A miller steals the grain he grinds for his customers.
It's ironic because he sells his own grain then steals it back.
