Question

In literature, what is a theme?

a. the central idea that the author tries to convey
b. a conclusion formed from evidence and reasoning
c. the author's choice of details related to characters, settings, or plot
d. the underlying emotion in a piece of literature

Answer 1

a. the central idea that the author tries to convey

In literature, a theme refers to the central idea or underlying message that the author aims to communicate through the narrative.