Theme vs Main Idea

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What is the main purpose of a theme in a story?

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To convey a central message or idea

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea of a passage is the central point or theme that the author is trying to convey.

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What is the main difference between a theme and a main idea?

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A theme is a recurring idea or concept, while a main idea is the central point or message.

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In a story, the theme is usually expressed through what?

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plot, characters, and symbols

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a main idea? Supporting evidence, Specific details, Clear and concise, Irrelevant details

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Irrelevant details

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What is the main focus of a theme in a poem?

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Central idea or message

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What is true about a main idea?

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The main idea is the central point or theme of a text.

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What is the purpose of identifying the main idea in a text?

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To understand the central theme or message of the text.

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Example of a theme in a novel: Love and betrayal, Friendship and loyalty, Fear and courage, Happiness and success

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Love and betrayal

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What is the main purpose of a main idea in a paragraph?

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To provide a summary of the overall topic or theme of the paragraph.