Theme and Character Development

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

A theme is the message or moral of the story; the life lesson.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Is 'love' considered a topic in literature?

Back

True

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is direct characterization?

Back

Direct characterization is when an author tells you directly about a character.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does indirect characterization involve?

Back

Indirect characterization involves learning about characters through their thoughts and actions.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Can a novel have more than one theme?

Back

True

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the difference between a topic and a theme?

Back

A topic is a subject matter, while a theme is the underlying message or moral.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Give an example of a common theme in literature.

Back

Common themes include love, friendship, betrayal, and the struggle for identity.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is characterization?

Back

Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality of a character.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What are the two main types of characterization?

Back

The two main types of characterization are direct characterization and indirect characterization.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How can an author use dialogue for characterization?

Back

An author can use dialogue to reveal a character's personality, background, and relationships.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3