Cultural Themes Worksheet

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According to the power point, in which areas are cultural themes explored?

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Literature, Movies, and Life

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What is the theme of a work of literature?

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The message the author is trying to send to the reader or the lesson the main character learns about life

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Theme: Struggle with Nature

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Battle with the elements of nature such as storms and weather

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What does the theme "Survival of the Fittest" refer to?

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Those best adapted to particular conditions will succeed in the long run

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A story about a young person learning important life lessons and growing up would most likely fit under which cultural theme?

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Coming of Age

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If a character in a novel overcomes a dangerous storm to survive, which cultural theme does this best represent?

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Struggle with Nature

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Explain how the theme "Survival of the Fittest" could apply to both nature and society.

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It means those who adapt best to their environment, whether in nature or society, are more likely to succeed.

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Which cultural theme suggests that love can help overcome any situation?

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Power of Love

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What does the theme "Loss of Innocence" refer to?

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Sacrificing innocence by becoming aware of evil, pain, or suffering

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Which theme involves a person facing an internal conflict about making the right or wrong decision? Options: Power of Love, Loss of Innocence, Struggle with Self, Struggle with Others

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Struggle with Self