Concept/Theme/Theme Statement Test Review

concept

A big idea that shapes the reader's understanding of the text and serves as the foundation of a theme statement.

theme

A universal truth/message about life and/or human nature the author wants the reader to understand.

What type of noun is a concept?

An abstract noun

How does a concept relate to the overall text?

It helps reinforce the text's overall message or truth; foundation on which theme is built

Which type of pronouns can’t be used in a theme Statement?

1st or 2nd person pronouns (I, my, me, you, you're, your, us, we).

To whom must a theme apply?

the vast majority of humans, no matter race, gender, religion.

What three things must a theme NOT contain?

A summary, character names, or plot details.

How do you know if something is a concept or idea?

it is NOT TANGIBLE (it cannot be physically touched)

a theme is NOT

a lesson or moral

what is the structure for theme statement?

In author’s name, “title of the work,” the author believes message about life/human nature.

Which type of satire is “Harrison Bergeron?”

Juvenalian - dark and biting satire criticizing societal flaws such as government corruption

irony

when the opposite of what was intended happens (someone gets hit and killed by an ambulance - we expect ambulances to save lives, not take them)