Theme

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the message about life that the author expresses.

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What should a theme be supported by?

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A theme should be supported by evidence from the text, your own words, and rationale/reasoning.

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What is the main idea or topic of a story?

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The main idea or topic is a description of what the story is mostly about.

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Which of the following could be a theme of a story: 'Telling the truth may cause you pain, but in the end, it's better than lying.'?

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This statement expresses a theme.

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Which of the following could be a theme of a story: 'Your past does not define you.'?

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This statement expresses a theme.

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What is an example of a theme related to personal growth?

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A theme could be 'Overcoming obstacles leads to personal growth.'

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What is the difference between a theme and a main idea?

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A theme is a universal message, while a main idea is specific to the text.

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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 role does character development play in establishing a theme?

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Character development helps illustrate the theme through the characters' experiences and growth.

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How can setting influence the theme of a story?

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The setting can provide context and background that shape the theme.