Theme

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What can you infer about the theme of a story?

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You can infer the theme by evaluating how a character has changed, analyzing a character's experiences, and determining how the conflict was resolved.

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What is the theme of a piece of story equivalent to?

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The theme is equivalent to its message (lesson).

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What should support a theme?

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A theme should be supported by your own words, evidence from the text, and rationale/reasoning.

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Which statement about theme is TRUE?

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Different stories can have the same theme.

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Can a story have more than one theme?

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Yes, a story can have more than one theme.

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What is a theme?

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A theme is the underlying message or lesson of a story.

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How can themes be identified in literature?

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Themes can be identified by looking at character development, conflicts, and resolutions.

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What is the difference between theme and subject?

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The subject is the topic of the story, while the theme is the message or lesson derived from it.

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Can themes change over time?

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Yes, themes can evolve as societal values and perspectives change.

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What role do characters play in conveying the theme?

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Characters' experiences and changes often illustrate the theme of the story.