Theme

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the main lesson or message that the story teaches.

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What does 'evidence from the text' mean?

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It means finding specific parts of the story that support your answer.

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What is a synonym for 'theme'?

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A synonym for theme is 'lesson'.

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What does 'Don't be lazy' teach us?

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It teaches the importance of being active and not procrastinating.

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What does 'Don't be greedy' mean?

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It means not to take more than you need or want too much.

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What is the SWBST strategy used for?

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It is used to summarize stories by identifying the main character, their goal, and the outcome.

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What does 'Somebody' refer to in the SWBST strategy?

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'Somebody' refers to the main character of the story.

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Why is it important to identify the theme of a story?

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Identifying the theme helps us understand the deeper meaning and lessons 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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How can you find the theme of a story?

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You can find the theme by looking at the main events and the characters' actions.