Central Idea and Theme

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What is the best definition of THEME?

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

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Which of the following is an example of THEME?

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Life is short; make the most of it.

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What is an objective summary of Mark's story?

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Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.

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How should a theme be written?

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A sentence or statement.

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What is the main difference between THEME and CENTRAL IDEA?

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Theme is a universal lesson and main idea is what a story is about.

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What does CENTRAL IDEA refer to?

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The main point or message of a story.

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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 universal theme?

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Love conquers all.

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What is the purpose of identifying the THEME in a story?

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To understand the deeper meaning and message the author conveys.

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What is a moral in a story?

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A lesson that can be learned from the story.