It is unbelievable how fast people will adapt. it hurts to admit it, but within hours of first breathing the cattle car’s nauseating air, we began to feel at home. . mixed into my sadness there was undeniable excitement, for we were living a historic event, a historic adventure.

which theme is expressed in the passage?

c. people will persist even during the worst of times.

answer: the correct answer is b. an essay that connects the writer's experience with a topic of significance and of reader interest.

explanation: the key words are here "personal experience" since personal essays give insights about peoples' experiences in life and introduce us in their unique world that can be or not to related to our lives but interests us because we are human beings and share the same condition universally.  

    prior to dee leaving home, the everyday objects in her household were just that- everyday objects. she took no special notice of any of them. however, once she returns home, all of these objects represent great culture significance to her. she is incredibly enthused about how great the wooden benches and old quilts are because she thinks it is in-style to be in touch with her own culture.

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