Theme review

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What is a theme in literature?

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Ideas about life the author is trying to express.

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What is the theme of the text: 'It was the best of times, it was the worst of times...' from A Tale of Two Cities?

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Life is full of paradoxes.

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What are fables?

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Fables are short stories, usually about talking animals, that teach a lesson about life.

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What are central ideas and themes in literature?

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Central ideas and themes are the same thing - the big points that are being made about life.

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What does the fable 'The Tortoise and the Hare' teach?

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Slow and steady wins the race.

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What does the fable 'The Lion and the Mouse' express?

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We shouldn't count anyone out, even if they're small.

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What is the purpose of a theme in a story?

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To convey a lesson or message about life.

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Can a story have multiple themes?

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Yes, a story can explore multiple themes.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Look for recurring ideas, character actions, and the resolution of the plot.

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What is the difference between a theme and a moral?

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A theme is a broader idea about life, while a moral is a specific lesson derived from a story.