I think its A) Because we didn't know the way we got lost<span />
Answer:
The main theme is that we should not neglect old and functional things just because they are old and can look ugly.
Explanation:
Although you have not presented any answer option, we can see, by reading the text, that the main theme is that we should not neglect old things that are functional and do us good, even if they look ugly and are not stylish. This can be seen in the moment when Taylor had to go back to wearing the old shoes because the new shoes caused cramps and hindered her in the game.
Leaves dancing is the personification
It would give an image of light floating leaves twisting and twirling in the breeze. Kind of like actual dancers on a stage. I think of more ballet- people dressed up in yellow, orange, red costumes. If you think of how they move, kind of "floating", you might could say. Definitely very active.