I think you got your question and answer choices mixed up.
For the actual question, the answer is: They represent the next generation of children and suggest the need for protection.
For the correct answer out of the choices: The stories that Thomas tells and his desire to be listened to allow Alexie to show that telling and listening to stories is an important way people shape and understand their lives.
I took the test and got 100% so I know both answers! lol
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What is Berry by Langston Hughes about?
Berry is about a young black man called Millberry Jones who is employed at Dr. Renfield's Home for Crippled Children. ... He was overworked and underpaid, but took solace in the children whom he loved. An unfortunate incident occurred, however, where a child fell from his wheelchair while in the care of Berry.
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Mike wants to have a quick visit with his grandmother, but he’s worried about how confused and upset she seems; so he stays and comforts her.
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