Literary Elements in 'Wonder'

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What is the central message or idea of a story called?

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The theme.

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Is a theme just one word?

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No, a theme is not just one word.

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Give an example of a theme from 'Wonder'.

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A true friend will accept your faults.

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What is another theme from 'Wonder'?

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Family is the most important since they know you the most.

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What should you choose between being right or kind, according to 'Wonder'?

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Choose kind.

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What is a motif in literature?

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A motif is when the author repeats images or words throughout the story.

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What is a major motif in 'Wonder'?

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Space.

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How does Via compare her family in 'Wonder'?

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Via compares her family to the Solar System.

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What are some space-related motifs in 'Wonder'?

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Auggie's space helmet, references to Star Wars, Black holes, galaxy.

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Who are characters in a story?

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Characters are who is involved in the story--can be people, animals, objects.