Identifying Theme

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Definition of theme:

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The message the author is sending.

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Not related to a story's theme:

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how a character is feeling

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Determining a theme: first consider...

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the subject or topic

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How to determine the theme?

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Consider what the character has learned.

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Difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA:

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Theme: universal lesson; Main Idea: what a story is about.

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Example of THEME:

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Life is short; make the most of it.

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Theme of the story:

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Don't brag. Be modest.

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Theme of the story:

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Stronger together than apart.

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Theme of the story:

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Look before you leap.

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Theme of the story:

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Look both ways before crossing the street.