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

Question

Themes are observations about life.
Themes can be stated in a sentence.
Themes and topics are the same thing.
Themes are messages a text conveys about a topic.
Examples of themes include loyalty, corruption, and greed.
Themes are rarely stated directly and need to be inferred by the reader.

Answer 1

The following statements about theme are true:

1. Themes are observations about life.
2. Themes can be stated in a sentence.
3. Themes are messages a text conveys about a topic.
4. Examples of themes include loyalty, corruption, and greed.
5. Themes are rarely stated directly and need to be inferred by the reader.

The statement "Themes and topics are the same thing" is not true. Themes are the underlying messages or insights about life expressed in a text, while topics are simply the subjects or ideas being discussed.