# How does Short Science Fiction develop the theme of Power and Responsibility?

> Short Science Fiction by Noel Loomis

## Answer

Short Science Fiction by Noel Loomis develops Power and Responsibility across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

The narratives examine the burden of power, whether it's a young mutant president leading a hemisphere, a manager using time travel to exploit workers, or a god deciding to create a new species, and question whether those in power are worthy or responsible.

Wadsworth, as a young mutant, bears the immense responsibility of defending a hemisphere, making decisions that sacrifice cities to save civilization.

The wealth from the stones brings both opportunity and danger, as Grant must navigate the corrupt power structures of The Pass.

Dalen's challenge to Mogar's authority and the responsibility of creating a new species.

## Evidence

- [electron-eat-electron](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_science_fiction_2_se/chapters/electron-eat-electron.md): Wadsworth, as a young mutant, bears the immense responsibility of defending a hemisphere, making decisions that sacrifice cities to save civilization.
- [the-wealth-of-echindul](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_science_fiction_2_se/chapters/the-wealth-of-echindul.md): The wealth from the stones brings both opportunity and danger, as Grant must navigate the corrupt power structures of The Pass.
- [day-s-work](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_science_fiction_2_se/chapters/day-s-work.md): Dalen's challenge to Mogar's authority and the responsibility of creating a new species.

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