The Central Message

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What is the central message of a story?

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The lesson or moral the author wants to teach you.

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What does the theme 'Look both ways before crossing the street' teach us?

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It teaches us to be careful and aware of our surroundings for safety.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the main idea or underlying message in a story.

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Can a story have more than one theme?

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Yes, a story can have multiple themes that convey different messages.

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What is an example of a moral lesson?

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'Honesty is the best policy' is a moral lesson that teaches the importance of being truthful.

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What does 'necessity is the mother of invention' mean?

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It means that when there is a need for something, people will find a way to create it.

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What is the difference between a theme and a plot?

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The theme is the underlying message, while the plot is the sequence of events in the story.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Look for repeated ideas, character actions, and the outcome of the story.

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What is a moral?

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A moral is a lesson that can be learned from a story or experience.

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Why is it important to understand the central message of a story?

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Understanding the central message helps us learn valuable lessons and apply them to our lives.