Refer to Inside Out and Back Again for a complete version of this text.

In the story, when Hà’s mother accepts that her husband will not return, the family grieves together and plans for the future.

Which theme is developed by this detail from the text?


Memories of family members should be cherished above all else.

At times, one must let go of the past to move forward in life.

Frequently, people become stronger when they lose a spouse.

The loss of a loved one can either build or break family bonds.