Which of the following best defines "theme" in literature?(1 point)

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The overall structure of a story
The overall structure of a story

The lesson or central idea the author wants to convey
The lesson or central idea the author wants to convey

The order in which events happen
The order in which events happen

The conversation between the characters

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The best definition of "theme" in literature is the lesson or central idea the author wants to convey.