Examining Theme

The video tutorial 'Examining Theme' explores the concept of theme in literature, emphasizing its role as the underlying message or lesson in a story. It uses the fable of the tortoise and the hare to illustrate how themes like perseverance and humility can be conveyed. The tutorial lists eight common themes—kindness, compassion, friendship, courage, perseverance, acceptance, honesty, and growing up—and provides examples for each. It also highlights that stories can have multiple themes, making them more complex and meaningful. The tutorial concludes by suggesting that identifying the author's message can help determine a story's theme.

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