Retribution is the main subject in the Count of Monte Cristo and this exists in the character of Edmond Dantes. In the prison in Chateau d'If Edmond met Abbe Faria who told him that his imprisonment was unfair. This then became the reason that vengeance was instilled in Dantes' heart.This was present in Edmond for his desire to seek retribution on Fernand.
The correct answer should be The way the author conveys themes to the audience through words, the writer's attitude toward the audience and the subject if I remember correctly.
Answer:
D. The paragraph uses the analogy of a family is to choosing dinner as a community is to balancing rights and safety
“I’ve been away once — yes I’ve been away. The State Asylum. I was prejudiced.”