Theme: More Than Just an Idea

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Theme: More Than Just an Idea

Definition Theme: a universal idea that is explored in a text It’s not just the word – it’s the author’s perspective on that idea Theme  Theme Statement

The Short Stories “The Most Dangerous Game” “Cask of Amontillado” Theme: Revenge Theme Statement: People may become so obsessed with revenge that they imagine reasons to take it. “The Most Dangerous Game” Theme: Value of Life Theme Statement: It’s important to respect and value all kinds of life.

“The Interlopers” “Tell-tale Heart” Theme: Petty Arguments Theme Statement: Lay aside feuds or arguments as they may lead to destruction. “Tell-tale Heart” Theme: Guilt Theme Statement: A person’s own guilt will often destroy them.

Theme: Loss of Innocence “The Story of an Hour” Theme: Freedom Theme Statement: It is better to die than to be without freedom. “The Scarlet Ibis” Theme: Loss of Innocence Theme Statement: Learn to accept those around you for who they are.

You Try In pairs… Think about the events in “After I Was Thrown” Brainstorm at least 3 themes explored Write a theme statement for one theme Find a direct quotation from the story to defend your theme statement