Identifying Theme

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Theme is the __________________ idea

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unifying

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Theme- a search for ______________

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meaning

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Pay attention to the __________

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the plot

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One story, especially a novel, can have more than one theme. (True/False)

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True

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Theme typically is ____________ by the reader. The author doesn't come right out and tell you.

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inferred

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What is a theme in literature?

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The central idea or message in a story.

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How can a reader identify the theme of a story?

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By analyzing the plot, characters, and key details.

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What role do characters play in understanding the theme?

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Characters' actions and growth can reveal the theme.

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Can the theme of a story change over time? (Yes/No)

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Yes

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What is an example of a common theme in literature?

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Friendship, love, or the struggle between good and evil.