Analyzing Character,Theme,Plot in Short Stories

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What is a theme in a story?

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The moral or message of the story.

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What does character motivation refer to?

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The reason a character thinks, feels, or acts a specific way.

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How does character motivation affect a story's plot?

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It helps move the plot forward.

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Which statement is NOT a theme?

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He showed that good will always conquer evil.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The central concept or message that the story conveys.

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Can a story have more than one theme?

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Yes, there is usually more than one theme in a story.

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Are themes always easy to find in a story?

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No, themes are not always easy to find.

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What is thematic development?

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The process of developing the theme throughout the story.

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What is plot structure?

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The organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is the difference between a summary and a theme?

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A summary is a brief recounting of the story, while a theme is the underlying message.