Theme Vocabulary Practice

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What is theme?

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A unifying idea in a story.

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How is theme related to the plot?

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The plot and theme both develop over the course of a story, and evidence from the plot indicates theme.

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What is it when you have to rank multiple themes in order of importance?

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Theme Hierarchy.

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Typically authors directly state the theme: True or False?

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False.

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What will help you in determining the theme?

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Thinking about the characters, their problems, and how they respond to those problems.

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What is a common way to identify the theme of a story?

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By analyzing the main character's journey and conflicts.

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Can a story have multiple themes?

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Yes, a story can explore multiple themes.

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What role does the setting play in determining the theme?

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The setting can influence the characters' actions and the overall message of the story.

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What is the difference between theme and moral?

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Theme is the central idea, while moral is a lesson learned from the story.

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How can dialogue help in understanding the theme?

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Dialogue can reveal characters' thoughts and feelings, which contribute to the theme.