Read this passage from The Secret Garden.

Then Mary knew Dickon had meant the picture to be a message. He had meant that she might be sure he would keep her secret. Her garden was her nest and she was like a missel thrush. Oh, how she did like that queer, common boy!

Which theme is best developed by this passage?


A)Happiness depends upon helping others.


B)The secret garden is a place for healing and growing.


C)Secrets are dangerous.


D)The secret garden is a magical place