Even years later, when the tree has been chopped down, a small green shoot remains. The tree serves as a stand-in for Francine's immigrant community and the theme of resilience in the face of adversity and the pursuit of the American dream.

What conclusion can be drawn from this paragraph? ]]>
What might be the author's attitude toward the resolution of the main conflict? What message might the author be sending us? This message is the theme.

Which option explains HOW this sentence uses rhetoric to construct the overall argument? ]]>