Question

One theme of "About Russell" by Rita Williams-Garcia is that people cannot be forced to change.

Which detail best explains how the author develops this theme over the course of the text?

The author includes anecdotes about Russell having friends and a girlfriend.

The author tells about seeing Russell as a grown-up and accepting him as is.

The author tells of multiple attempts to help Russell that went unanswered by him.

The author includes anecdotes about Russell being a mathematical genius.

Answer 1

The correct answer is "The author tells about seeing Russell as a grown-up and accepting him as is."

In "About Russell" she states that "a grown man, Russell simply will not do what he doesn't want to" indicating that he would not be forced to change.  

Answer 2

Answer:

The author tells of multiple attempts to help Russell that went unanswered by him.

Explanation:

In the story, the writer gives anecdotes about how Russel was in a certain way, and how they had pleased to change and even considered bribing. Unexpectedly for his two sisters, Russel changed on his own before their eyes, to their happiness and pride over their brother.