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Part A

What is a theme of “The Adventure of the Three Students?”


People do unjust things out of fear.

It is important to find balance between work and rest.

There is honor in taking responsibility for one’s behavior.

Memories of family members should be cherished above all else.
Question 2
Part B

Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?


“’He was with us until I was ten, when my father gambled away all of our money and we could no longer afford to pay him.’”

“So Giles was left very poor, but he is hardworking and industrious.’”

“’He came to me earlier tonight and said that I must own up to my actions.’”

“’Then, recognizing the gloves, you pretended to feel faint so you could sit on them and hide them from Professor Soames.’”