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What are some thematic topics that this story covers?

Mr. Steward returns the button unit to the Lewis home after his phone conversation with Norma. How does this action affect the Lewises?

• It encourages Norma to consider using the button unit.

• It makes Arthur think about the advantages of the button unit.

• It makes Norma and Arthur suspect that Mr. Steward is a criminal.

• It encourages Norma and Arthur to think of ways to improve their life.

Which piece of evidence best reveals Norma's curiosity toward Mr. Steward's offer?

• "Norma put the button unit beside her on the couch. She reread the typed note, smiling." (Paragraph 4)

• "'You think it's a practical joke?' she asked as they went into the bedroom." (Paragraph 56)

• "Norma closed her eyes. Fifty thousand dollars, she thought." (Paragraph 69)

• "While she was stacking dishes, she turned abruptly, dried her hands, and took the package from the bottom cabinet." (Paragraph 146)

Which statement best expresses a theme of the story?

• Money provides people with interesting opportunities.

• Being selfish gives people what they want in life.

• Staying true to good morals causes death.

• Greed leads to self-destruction.

Find a quote that best supports the theme. Cite it in proper MLA format.

 Explain how this evidence from the text develops the theme