Theme Vs. Main Idea

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What is the message, lesson, or moral of a story?

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Theme

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What is the main idea of a story about an archeology professor having dangerous adventures in pursuit of ancient treasures?

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Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a story where a professor finds the monster he’s been hunting and destroys it to save a young lady?

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Main Idea

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What is the theme of the idea that even when you think you don’t, you have what you need to be self-sufficient?

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Theme

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What is the theme of the idea that achieving something sometimes takes patience, wit, and determination?

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Theme

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What is the difference between theme and main idea?

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Theme is the underlying message or lesson, while the main idea is the primary point or focus of the story.

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Can a story have both a theme and a main idea?

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Yes, a story can have both a theme (the moral or lesson) and a main idea (the main point of the story).

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What is an example of a theme in a story?

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An example of a theme is 'friendship is important'.

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What is an example of a main idea in a story?

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An example of a main idea is 'the boy learns to share his toys with others.'

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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You can identify the theme by looking for the lesson or moral that the characters learn.