Question

Which theme is reflected in these lines from the novel The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers?

Answer 1

In his face there came to be a brooding peace that is seen most often in the faces of the very sorrowful or the very wise. But still he wandered through the streets of the town, always silent and alone.

Answer 2

the pettiness of town life



the struggle against loneliness



wisdom as the root of sorrow



heroism as a struggle against society

Answer 3

What do you think the answer is ?

Answer 4

either "the struggle against loneliness" or "wisdom as the root of sorrow"

Answer 5

Correct, B.