HELP ME OUT PLEASE!! 'Darnell wanted a dog, but his mother didn't think he was old enough to care for a pet. She told him that owning a dog took a lot of hard work He would have to train it, feed it, clean it, and walk it. Darnell thought that his mother was wrong. He thought that he could care for a dog on his own. His mother told him to take on more responsibility, and she would think about letting him have a dog.

2 One day Darnell saw his elderly neighbor, Mr. Jones, walking his dog, Shelby. Mr. Jones walked slowly and had a hard time holding onto Shelby's leash. Darnell saw Mr. Jones struggling, so he walked over to help him.

3 Mr. Jones smiled as Darnell asked if he could help. "Thank you, Darnell. Shelby loves to go for walks, but it is hard for me to go fast as she does." As Darnell took the leash, he felt Shelby pull hard on the leash. Darnell realized how hard it was for Mr. Jones to walk Shelby. He wanted to help.

4 Mr. Jones, I wouldn't mind walking Shelby for you. I've always wanted a dog of my own," Darnell said "I will come to walk her every day after school."

5.That would be very nice of you, Darnell! I'm sure Shelby would be happy to have you take her for a walk," Mr. Jones told him. Mr. Jones smiled and patted Shelby's head.

What idea does the author emphasize throughout the selection?

A) You should not volunteer to help.

B) It takes time, hard work, and sacrifice to take care of a dog.

C) Mom knows best.

D) It is easy to get what you want.