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What is theme?

A message or lesson from the author about real life.

How is theme different from topic?

Theme is a lesson expressed in a full sentence. Topic is a big idea expressed in one word.

What is theme development?

How the author adds details or information to develop a theme.

What are the three key words for theme development?

Introduce – Emphasize – Shift.

What theme about heroes is introduced when Katniss volunteers for Prim?

Heroes sacrifice for others.

How does the theme develop when Katniss teams up with Rue?

It shifts to include helping people who are younger or weaker.

How does the theme develop when Rue dies?

It shifts to show that sometimes heroes fail.

How does the theme develop when Katniss risks her life to collect medicine for Peeta?

The theme is emphasized or repeated.

What is an objective summary?

A summary of important story ideas without personal opinions or interpretations.

What should you include in a narrative summary?

The theme and important characters, settings, and conflicts related to it.

What should you NOT include in a narrative summary?

Details that are not related to the theme.