One common element of writing in the southern gothic tradition is
a. a light and positive mood
b. stories written in the first person
c. characters who are deeply flawed
d. themes about the goodness in humanity

It certainly isn't A or D, and B isn't really relevant. C makes most sense because often times characters in this genre struggle to find a place to fit in and are broken mentally.

the use supports it by making it seem like the dictators are not bad to the people when the truly are.

the answer should be a)directions.