Which of the following is true of the theme of a literary work? (1 point)

Question

A theme is usually not stated directly, but is shown through characters' actions, plot events, and symbolism.
The theme is mainly important at the beginning of a story or poem and decreases in importance toward the end.
Authors typically state the theme
• word-for-word at the very end of the text.
• A theme is a concise description of the plot events in a story.

Answer 1

The correct statement regarding the theme of a literary work is:

A theme is usually not stated directly, but is shown through characters' actions, plot events, and symbolism.

Themes are often implied rather than explicitly stated and can be explored through various elements within the story.