Main Idea Vs Theme

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is what the story is about.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is a universal lesson or message that the story conveys.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or point of the paragraph.

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What is an example of a theme?

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Friendship helps people get through hard times.

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What is the difference between main idea and theme?

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The main idea is what the story is about, while the theme is a universal lesson.

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What does it mean when a story has a theme?

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It means the story teaches a lesson or conveys a message that can apply to real life.

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Can a story have more than one theme?

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Yes, a story can have multiple themes.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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John and Matt want to be firemen.

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How do characters relate to the main idea?

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Characters' actions and motivations help to express the main idea of the story.

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What is a plot?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up the story.