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Understanding Literary Theme

Understanding Literary Theme. What is Theme?. The theme refers to the central idea or underlying message of the text. The theme is rarely stated in the text –instead , the reader must usually consider the plot, characters, and setting to infer the theme. Charlotte’s Web.

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Understanding Literary Theme

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  1. Understanding Literary Theme

  2. What is Theme? The themerefers to the central idea or underlying message of the text. The theme is rarely stated in the text –instead, the reader must usually consider the plot, characters, and setting to inferthe theme.

  3. Charlotte’s Web A talking spider helps a pig. Self-sacrifice Perseverance True Friendship

  4. The Ugly Duckling An ugly duckling grows up to be a beautiful swan. Patience Self-confidence individuality

  5. The Wizard of Oz A girl goes on an adventure in a magic land. Friendship Appreciate what you already have

  6. What is the theme in “The Lottery?” Consider the plot, characters, and setting to inferthe theme of “The Lottery.”

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