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Can there be more than one theme in a book?
Yes, but you must always provide evidence.
Is this a theme: mountain climbing is dangerous.
no
Theme is not a one word topic. True or false?
True
Can a book have a theme that the author didn't mean for it to have? Explain
Yes, as long as you find evidence for it.
To infer a theme, you must pay attention to what the characters say and do. True or false.
True
A theme is something that is only about the book you are reading. True or false.
False
In Toy Story 1, Woody realizes that although Buzz Lightyear is different and believes he's a toy, he is a valuable and caring friend. One theme could be don't judge people before you actually know them. True or False
True
Usually the author states the theme on a certain page of the book. You just have to find it. True or False
False
What is Characterization?
The process in which the author tells the personality of a character.
Direct Characterization is...
the author telling you a character's traits
Indirect Characterization is...
The author showing you a character's traits.
If the author _____ you what the character is like and you have to infer, that is..
shows, indirect characteriization
Marcia felt the knot in her stomach grow when she saw the number of questions on the test, and she tugged her hair anxiously. Direct or Indirect.
Indirect
The character, thing, or event which is opposing the main character is...
The Antagonist
Brandon leaned back in his chair during the lecture. He was bored with the classes discussion of rock formations. Direct or Indirect.
Direct
Jeremy looked like a rock star. He was really tall with perfect blonde hair, ice blue eyes, and this sullen look that drove the girls crazy. Direct or Indirect.
Direct
