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
For the first one i'd say the answer is C
and for the second one i'd say the answer is C
I ride horses on a scale of 1-10 I would give myself a 8 ig
I play basketball, soccer, volleyball, and rodeos
Hope this helps have a nice day!