What is the theme of this passage of the outcast of poker flat

The theme of "The Outcasts of Poker Flat" by Bret Harte, is how a bad person can be good. This is demonstrated in the story from characters actions and the events that take place. The first evidence of character in the story is on page 682. Mother Simpson was exiled because she did bad things

Explanation:

i think they are preparing for the battle of gaul. : )

i hope this you! : )

so is this a rhetorical question?