How does Poe use imagery to develop theme in this passage?
A. Poe uses dialogue to show that the narrator is annoyed that burying his friend in
a wall is taking so long.
B. Poe uses the narrator's lack of moral compass to show that he is evil.
C. Poe uses the repeated screams of Fortunato to show that even the most thought
out plans will always fail.
D. Poe uses the visual of the narrator laying the bricks slowly, tier by tier, to show
that some people will go to great lengths to seek revenge.

Read this introduction to an argumentative essay about government. An effective system of government protects its citizens. The purpose of government is to ensure the safety of the nation and its residents. While other concerns such as economic growth are important, a government’s primary duty is to keep its people safe. Without the concern of defense or self-protection, individuals are able to live in security. Which sentence states the main argument of the essay?

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A theme of "Gumption" is that equal rights are often unequally distributed.
- How does old man Oyster’s visit to the government relief office to fight for employment for his son contribute to this theme?
- He receives a promise of employment for his son but later learns that the job has been given to someone less qualified.
- His complaints are received with indifference and scorn, although both men are offered jobs as laborers.
- His protests are met with accusations and arrest, despite the fact that he is a citizen and his son is well qualified.
- He learns that in times of economic distress, employment opportunities become scarce for every citizen.