Question

Masks by Shel Silverstein

She had blue skin,
And so did he.
He kept it hid
And so did she.
They searched for blue
Their whole life through,
Then passed right by--
And never knew.




Identify the theme in the poem above, written by Shel Silverstein.

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Responses

Both people were wearing masks to hide their faces.
Both people were wearing masks to hide their faces.

Masks are important for hiding from others.
Masks are important for hiding from others.

People should only wear masks at the theater.
People should only wear masks at the theater.

When you hide yourself, you miss out on opportunities.
When you hide yourself, you miss out on opportunities.
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Answer 1

The theme in the poem "Masks" by Shel Silverstein is:

**When you hide yourself, you miss out on opportunities.**

This is evident as the characters hide their true selves (their blue skin) and as a result, they miss the chance to connect with each other.