The correct answer is B) deciding on the scope of the topic.
<em>The task that is part of narrowing down a subject paper is deciding on the scope of the topic. </em>
It is very important for the writer to know the extension and the variables of the topic it is going to write about. Knowing the scope of the topic means that the writer limits the information to what is necessary and important for the reader to know. This way the writer will know what data or information to include that is important for the comprehension of the topic and what is not. This is the way to ensure that the information is clear, specific and to the point.
The "universal truths" best supported by the ideas and events in "The Happy Mantoo" is too much of a good thing can make a person sick. Option C is correct.
A universal truth refers to a truth that is discernible by anyone or anything in any context. It is a truth aknowledged and embraced by everybody.
For instance, happiness and love can be considered universal truths.
And the story the Happy Man digs deeper about what makes happy a human being and other universal truths.