1. I haven't read the story, can you post a link with it so I can help?
2. Well, first off theme is shaped by the character, setting, and even the plot of the story. Setting affects the theme in major ways! It contributes to plot and the characters. Without setting...there will be no plot for the story.
D. Most credit cards allow cash advances at an automated teller machine (ATM).
When using acronyms in writing it is always important to clarify what the acronym stands for. To do this, when the acronym is first used, the writer must tell the reader what it stands for. Instead having a full sentence to say "ATM stands for automated teller machine", the writer can put acronym in parentheses after the name. Then the writer can use the acronym throughout the rest of the writing.
Compared to smile or grin, smirk has a more negative connotation that emphasizes Nigel enjoyed causing trouble for his twin.
If they do have different climates it is mostly because of either by being near a large body of water, mountain range, or ocean.