Theme is not one word. "Love” is not a theme. "Perseverance” is not a theme. “Friendship” is not a theme.
A theme is the moral of the story or a lesson that can be learned.
“Love conquers all” could be a theme. “Perseverance helps
people accomplish what seemed impossible” could be a theme.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.