Theme

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the story conveys, often including the main character's actions or experiences.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is a universal idea or message that can be applied to life, often reflecting on human experiences.

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Can a story have more than one theme?

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Yes, a story can have multiple themes that explore different aspects of life.

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How is a theme different from the main idea?

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The main idea can apply to many stories, while a theme is specific to the story being read.

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What is an example of a theme?

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Honesty is the best policy.

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What should a theme be expressed as?

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A theme should be expressed as a complete sentence, not just a single word.

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True or False: The theme of a story usually includes the main character's name.

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False. The theme does not include specific character names.

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True or False: Authors usually reveal the theme towards the end of a story.

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True.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a theme?

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There can only be one theme in a story.

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What does it mean when a theme is described as universal?

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It means the theme can relate to many different people and situations, not just the story itself.