Common Themes in Fiction: Reading and Comprehension: English Language: GCSE (9:1)

Abuse of power

The act of using one's position of power in an abusive way.

Change

to make or become different

Fear

the usual reaction when a stressor involves real or imagined danger

Progress

to move a step in a positive direction; to improve; to move a step closer to a goal

Loyalty

A feeling of devotion, duty, or attachment to somebody or something

Justice

fairness; rightfulness

Friendship

a relationship based on mutual trust, acceptance, and common interests or values

Peace

Freedom from violence and war and the causes thereof.

Innocence

state of harmlessness

Redemption

the action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.

Conflict

Idea of us versus them, friends versus foes, the state versus the citizen.

Family

feelings of safety versus desire for independence

Love

desire for something forbidden versus attainable love

Nature

the separation of man from nature, natural beauty versus violence