Theme & Central Idea

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What is the main difference between THEME and CENTRAL IDEA?

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Theme is a universal lesson and main idea is what a story is about.

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Which of the following could be a theme of a story?

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Fear is more dangerous than any beast.

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What is the central idea of the story about three flies and a honey pot?

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Two flies end up getting stuck in honey while the third was smart enough to not risk it.

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Read the following sentence: Friendship helps people get through hard times. What is this an example of?

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Theme.

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Identify the main idea: Rodeo clowns protect cowboys by putting themselves in danger.

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Rodeo clowns protect cowboys by putting themselves in danger.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is a universal lesson or message that can be derived from a story.

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What does central idea refer to in a text?

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The central idea refers to the main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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Can a story have multiple themes?

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Yes, a story can have multiple themes that explore different aspects of life.

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What is an example of a central idea?

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The importance of friendship in overcoming challenges.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Look for recurring ideas, character actions, and the overall message conveyed by the plot.