(“THE REEF”) 8. How does the appearance of the giant squid at the
conclusion of the text advance the theme of the story?
O A The squid harms Jim Tom. which finally convinces
Jimmy Tom to fear the ocean and never return to
this dangerous reef.
OB Jimmy Tom learns his lesson about the
consequences of greed when the squid drives them
away from the reef.
OC The squid almost kills Jimmy Tom and this near-
death experience teaches him to value life and not
to take too many risks.
OD The squid's sudden appearance convinces Jimmy
Tom to take charge and save his grandfather from
the reef's dangers.

A

Explanation:

the author is showing that it is the insatisfaction of basic needs that brings about the protests such as the strikes.if workers do not earn enough to buy food and feed their families and themselves in order to continue working, what is the use of working? besides, another message from the author is that of the owners of factories should be worried about ensuring their furure by having a second and third generation of workers in their industries.if they do not hear the workers demands, they will not have any more workers to make their pockets full.

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