Question

Which statements about themes are true? Check all that apply.

A theme is one topic in a text.
A theme is a message the text conveys.
A theme is always stated directly in a text.
A theme is supported by details in the text.
A theme is seen over the course of a text.

Answer 1

True:
- A theme is a message the text conveys.
- A theme is supported by details in the text.
- A theme is seen over the course of a text.

False:
- A theme is one topic in a text. (A topic/subject is different; theme is the text’s message or insight about that topic.)
- A theme is always stated directly in a text. (Themes are often implied and must be inferred.)