Question

“Nice shot, Vinnie! Looks like you need to practice basketball more than math!” Dante joked.

Answer 1

I would say the theme is literary. The kid who doesn't study gets a bad grade while the one who did is the first one finished. But it isn't stated explicitly (as a direct or stated theme would be). I hope this helps.

Answer 2

i think its direct because direct means to manage or guid by advise. and this story is mostly about vinny giving donte advise but he doesnt go for it.