In a short story, a man is asked to lie to hide the fact that a family member
has committed a crime. He accepts this and keeps this secret for many years,
even as it angers him to lie to people about it. He realizes that keeping the
secret is making him an angry person and eventually decides to tell the truth,
even if doing so has serious consequences.
Which is the most accurate analysis of two literary themes from this story?
A. The story expresses admiration for those exhibiting resilience and
endurance
B. The story provides emotional encouragement to those who have
experienced loss
C. The story explores the limits of resignation and the dangers of
frustration
D. The story describes sadness as a complement to, rather than the
opposite of joy