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<span>The question says,'which of the following statement contains an example of an explanation. The correct option is A. All the other given options are just pure statements, but option A, which is talking about thermostat, take time to explain what a thermostat is. It explains that the thermostat is an instrument which control the temperature in the house.</span><span />
The theme highlighted in the mentioned excerpt would be perseverance.
The excerpt tells of Rainsford's courageous act of braving the sea to go to the direction of the shots despite of the harsh conditions at the sea. This is evidenced by the phrase "he fought the sea".
The term "doggedly" also describes a persistent pursuit which was what Rainsford showed. He showed perseverance in his actions.
I woukd chose the secend one
