Because of Winn Dixie Vocabulary

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What does 'peculiar' mean?

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Strange or unusual.

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What is the theme of a story?

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What the author wants to teach the reader.

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What is a stray dog?

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A dog that nobody wants and is left outside on the street, alone.

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What is a constellation?

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A group of stars that form a particular shape and have a name.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The main idea of a story; a lesson or concept the reader can learn.

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What is the significance of vocabulary in understanding a story?

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Vocabulary helps readers comprehend the text and grasp the author's message.

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How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

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Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word that can help deduce its meaning.

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

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The theme is a broader lesson or moral, while the main idea is the primary point of the text.

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Why is it important to identify the theme of a story?

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Identifying the theme helps readers understand the deeper meaning and purpose of the narrative.

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What role do characters play in conveying the theme?

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Characters' actions and development often illustrate the theme and its significance.