The events in the story represent themes. Match the events with the themes they represent.

Event one is "There are things in life that are very rewarding" and event 2 is "Doing the right thing can be uncomfortable"

Explanation:

Event one shows that Ruth really loves to take care of the few but beautiful roses she has. They aren't that important in the grand scheme of things but to her, she wouldn't want to live without them

Event two shows an anxious girl walking up to someone and tells them that their bid for the fundraiser will be the highest. More money for the fundraiser means it will help more people but the tone it was written shows that this Helen chick is uncomfortable talking to this person.

absolutely it most certainly can.