Identifying Theme

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What is the definition of theme?

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A life lesson, meaning, moral, or universal idea about life or human nature communicated in a story.

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What is an example of a theme?

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Life is short; make the most of it.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Think about what the character has learned.

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What does it mean to be loyal?

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To be faithful to commitments and obligations.

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What is a moral in a story?

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

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What is the importance of theme in literature?

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It conveys the underlying message or lesson of the story.

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What does 'what goes around comes around' mean?

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Helping others can lead to receiving help in return.

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What is a universal theme?

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A theme that is found across different cultures and time periods.

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What is the difference between theme and plot?

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Theme is the underlying message, while plot is the sequence of events.

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Can a story have more than one theme?

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Yes, a story can convey multiple themes.