Pretest 1.1 Central Idea, Text Evidence, & Theme/theme dev

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a literary work, often conveying a moral or lesson.

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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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What is internal conflict?

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Internal conflict is a struggle that takes place within a character's mind, often involving emotions or decisions.

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What is external conflict?

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External conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character or society.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and location in which a story takes place.

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What is the difference between plot and setting?

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Plot refers to the sequence of events in a story, while setting refers to the time and place where the story occurs.

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What does it mean when a theme is described as a moral?

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When a theme is described as a moral, it means it conveys a lesson learned from the story.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or argument that the author is trying to convey.

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What question should you ask to find the central idea of a text?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality and traits of a character.