Answer :
In 'Gumption,' the theme is that when times get tough, people tend to lose hope. Sylvester help immensely to develop this theme in the work by 'choosing to do nothing rather than to face persistent rejection.'
According to the events mentioned in the book "Gumption," Sylvester has been unable to find work, so he spends his time at home, where his wife criticises him for being lazy and sitting idle.
The other aspect told to us by the author in Gumption is that Sylvester is treated unjustly by the government, which denies him his rights, resulting in difficult circumstances for him. It is important for writer to bring out the theme of loosing hope makes Sylvester treated in less respected manner. In the end, he loses hope and decides not to try again, rather than face rejection again.
Hence the correct answer is option 4.
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