What is the definition of the word theme?(1 point)

Responses

an important topic developed in a literary work
an important topic developed in a literary work

a major message or lesson developed in a literary work
a major message or lesson developed in a literary work

the emotional atmosphere of a literary work
the emotional atmosphere of a literary work

the series of events that happen in a literary work

1 answer

The best definition of the word "theme" from the given responses is:

an important topic developed in a literary work

While "a major message or lesson developed in a literary work" can also be related to theme, the first definition encompasses both the topic and the exploration of ideas within the work.