The theme of this passage is
poor people wanting to have a better life.
a boy trying to be something he is not to impress others.
an unwanted boy living in despair and poverty.
a poor impoverished boy who is befriended by a priest.
Which details support the idea that Tom Canty was born into poverty while the prince was born into a rich family? Select all that apply.
"There was no talk in all England but of the new baby, Edward Tudor, Prince of Wales, who lay lapped in silks and satins, unconscious of all this fuss."
"His head grew to be full of these wonderful things, and many a night as he lay in the dark on his scant and offensive straw, tired, hungry."
"In the ancient city of London in the second quarter of the sixteenth century, a boy was born to a poor family of the name of Canty, who did not want him."
"The streets were very narrow, and crooked, and dirty, especially in the part where Tom Canty lived, which was not far from London Bridge."
"Tom’s reading and dreaming about princely life wrought such a strong effect upon him that he began to act the prince, unconsciously."
"Full-grown people brought their perplexities to Tom for solution, and they were often astonished at the wit and wisdom of his decisions."
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
What is the common theme of both of these passages?
The rich always look down on the poor.
Selfishness is a negative human trait.
Greediness is a common trait among rich people.
The poor must always fend for themselves.
