What is a theme in literature?
Theme Bellwork

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1.
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A theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to convey through the story.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a theme?
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A little boy lied to his mother.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Provide an example of a theme.
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Life is short; make the most of it.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between a theme and a topic?
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Theme is the life lesson you learn, while the topic is what the story is mostly about.
5.
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True or False: A theme tells you what to do.
Back
False.
6.
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What does the term 'thesis' refer to in literature?
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A thesis is a statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved.
7.
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What is the plot of a story?
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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story.
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