Theme

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What is a theme in a story?

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A theme is a message the author is trying to get across to the reader.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the text is mainly about.

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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 lessons of the story.

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What can readers ask to identify a theme?

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Readers can ask, 'What has the character learned?'

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What is the difference between theme and main idea?

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Main idea is what the text is mainly about, while theme is the lesson or moral in the story.

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What does 'Do not trust strangers' mean in stories?

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It means that characters should be cautious of unknown people, as they may not have good intentions.

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Can a story have more than one theme?

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Yes, a story can have multiple themes that convey different messages.

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What is an example of a theme in 'Little Red Riding Hood'?

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An example of a theme is 'the danger of talking to strangers'.

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How can the setting influence the theme of a story?

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The setting can create a mood or context that enhances the theme, such as a dark forest representing danger.

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What is a moral in a story?

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A moral is a lesson that can be learned from the story's events.