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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Which of the following is an example of THEME?

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Life is short; make the most of it.

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What is the theme of the story about the king who wished everything to turn to gold?

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Don't be greedy.

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What is the theme of the story where a mouse helps a lion?

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Help others because what goes around comes around.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a theme?

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The little boy lied to his mother.

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What does it mean to identify the theme of a story?

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To determine the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to convey.

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How can you find the theme of a story?

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Look for recurring ideas, character actions, and the resolution of the story.

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What is a moral in literature?

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A lesson that can be derived from a story, often related to ethics or behavior.

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Give an example of a theme related to friendship.

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True friendship is about supporting each other in difficult times.

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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 in the story.