How does the historical setting of the passage contribute to the theme?
A. It creates the setting for the theme of desperation and the struggle to gain wealth.
В. It Illustrates the environment for the theme of man verses nature in the wilderness.
C. It emphasizes the harsh conditions to be overcome for the theme of perseverance.
D. It shows the attitude of the men for the theme of an overwhelming desire for more.
 The historical setting of the passage contributes to the theme  It emphasizes the harsh conditions to be overcome for the theme of perseverance. Thus, option "C" is correct.
<h3>Why is the historical setting important?</h3>
In books, a strong knowledge of the historical context behind a work's composition can give us a better understanding of and preference for the report. 
In interpreting historical events, context can help us understand what inspires people to behave as they did.
 Thus, option "C" is correct.
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Answer:
John does not want to go to court. He knows that he should go but does not want to be involved. He keeps saying that he will "think on it" and wonders how he can prove what Abigail told him privately when the whole town has suddenly "gone silly."
Explanation:
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