Which of the following best describes message or theme in the daughters of the late colonel a independent minds can find solutions to many problems b grieving is a natural part of life c the bonds between fathers and daughters are hard to break d people can lose the ability to think for themselves .

D. people can lose the ability to think for themselves .

Explanation:

From the earliest starting point of the story, Constantia and Josephine demonstrate to be very hesitant, undecided characters who can't act in troublesome circumstances, picking rather to ruminate over potential decisions and quibble among themselves. In spite of the fact that they are currently responsible for their own family unit after their father's death, they appear to be reluctant to start settling on significant choices about his estate.

- "the die is cast; i have consented to return if we are not destroyed. thus are my hopes blasted by cowardice and indecision; i come back ignorant and disappointed. it requires more philosophy than i possess to bear this injustice with patience. i have lost my hopes of utility and glory; i have lost my friend."

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