Theme and Summary

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What is a theme in a story?

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A theme is the underlying message or main idea that the author wants to convey through the story.

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Give an example of a theme.

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Your past does not define you.

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What should you include when writing a summary?

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You should write your summary in your own words with complete sentences.

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What can you summarize?

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You can summarize anything you read or watch.

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When would you summarize a book?

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You would summarize a book when you want to tell a friend the gist or main ideas of a book.

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What does a good summary answer?

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A good summary answers the 5 W's: who, what, when, where, and why.

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What is the purpose of a theme in literature?

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The purpose of a theme is to provide insight into the human experience and provoke thought.

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Can a story have multiple themes?

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

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What is the difference between a summary and a review?

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A summary provides the main ideas of a text, while a review includes personal opinions and evaluations.

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Why is it important to summarize?

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Summarizing helps to reinforce understanding and retention of the material.