I think that the underlined pronoun is "them", correct?
"them" is not a possessive (this would be "their") nor is it nominative (this would be "they").
So it must be objective; and it is in fact the direct object!
Answer:
"It's a nasty trade," said Mr. Limbkins, when Gamfield had again stated his wish. "Young boys have been smothered in chimneys before now," said another gentleman.
Explanation:
<span>The theme is the "BIG IDEA." It is basically a message the poem, story, novel or any writing gives you. Example- The theme can be never lie to your parents. </span>