Question 23 of 24 Click to read the passage from "The Chrysanthemums," by John Steinbeck.
Then answer the question.
Based on the passage, identify a possible theme from "The
Chrysanthemums."
A. Ranching is not difficult work.
B. Society wastes the skills of intelligent women.
C. Loneliness drives people to do silly things.
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D. It is good to follow one's instincts.
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