Theme Review

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a story, often reflecting on human experiences or moral lessons.

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True or False: An author usually states the theme explicitly in the story.

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True

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What can help you determine the theme of a story?

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Thinking about what the character has learned throughout the story.

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Give an example of a theme.

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Being prepared often leads to success.

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True or False: A novel can have more than one theme.

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TRUE

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What does 'Actions speak louder than words' mean?

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It means that what someone does is more important than what they say.

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How can you infer the theme of a story?

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By using clues from the text and making inferences based on character actions and outcomes.

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What is the significance of kindness in a story?

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Kindness can lead to positive outcomes and relationships, as shown in stories where characters help each other.

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What is an example of a moral lesson that can be a theme?

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Friendship is important and can help us through tough times.

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What does it mean to 'skim through a story'?

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To read quickly to get a general idea of the content without focusing on details.