What is one way readers can analyze the development of themes in a literary text?

Question

A. by researching common unifying or central ideas
B. by studying the details and interactions of characters
C. by looking for explicit messages from the author
D. by defining key words and terms to promote understanding

Answer 1

B. by studying the details and interactions of characters

Analyzing characters' development and their interactions can reveal underlying themes, as characters often embody and confront the central ideas of a literary text.