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Exemplar basically means a typical example, or model, of a concept or role. However the meaning can be extended to mean he best example of a concept or role. For instance, someone might say that you are an exemplar student, which can mean that you are a great example, or model, of a student.
The theme is THE STRUGGLE FOR SELF-DEFINITION the main character struggles to find her true self.
As you read the passage, which of these answers makes sense when it comes to Elmer? Looking through it, I see that Elmer was a child at the time of the story and was on an adventure. So, to say he was lazy does not make sense. Since he was a child looking for a dragon, it is unlikely that bravery was a part of this scenario. That leaves foolish or lost. He as stood there for awhile watching the lion, so I would say that foolish is the best answer.