PART A: Which statement best identifies theme of the text? [RL.2]
A. People seek to rationalize the unexplainable in ways that serve their self- interest.
B. People are able to form strong connections with others in their community during hard times.
C. Humans constantly take advantage of and abuse the environment around them, as well as its creatures.
D. Sometimes people are not held accountable for their hurtful actions, but rather go on to prosper from them.