Read the excerpt from “In Response to Executive Order 9066.” I tell her she’s going bald. She tells me I copy on tests. We’re best friends. Read the excerpt from “Mericans.” “ Girl . We can’t play with a girl. ” Girl . It’s my brother’s favorite insult now instead of “sissy.” “You girl ,” they yell at each other. “You throw that ball like a girl .” Which theme best describes the two passages?
Answer
A
In all cultures, children engage in complicated games.
B
In all cultures, children playfully taunt one another.
C
In all cultures, children value sports and school.
D
In all cultures, children engage in sibling rivalry.