PART A: Which of the following best describes a theme of the story?

A. Strangers can be more honest than family, and this makes them more
trustworthy and morally good.
B. Curiosity is an important part of childhood, but it should be restricted more and
more as children grow.
C. Children's understanding of what is good and what is bad can be influenced by
the adults in their lives.
D. Most of the time, bad people get what they deserve, but occasionally they are
rewarded.