Main Idea vs Theme

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Main idea of writing?

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A central point

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Definition of theme:

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The message the author is sending.

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How to determine the theme?

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Consider what the character has learned.

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Difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA:

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Theme: universal lesson; Main Idea: what a story is about.

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Example of THEME:

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Life is short; make the most of it.

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Theme in narrative text

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A message the author conveys to the reader.

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Not related to a story's theme:

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how a character is feeling

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Example of theme in a story:

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respect for others

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Theme should be written as...

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A sentence or statement

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Definition of THEME

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A universal truth, moral, or idea the author wants to express.