Essay Prompt: The Circuit

Prompt for Writing:
The theme of a literary work is the author's message to the reader. The message is sometimes about

what the author feels is most important in life. What is the point that Francisco Jimenez is trying to make about what is truly important in life? How is this theme revealed throughout the book?
Write a multiple paragraph essay about the theme. Be sure to include:
Evidence from more than one of the short stories;
Elaboration that explains how the example you chose supports the theme;
At least one direct quotation.