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Universal Theme

Quiz by Cinco Delgado

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  • Q1
    Which of the following statements best defines theme?
    Theme is used to describe the writing style of the writer.
    Theme is used to describe to readers the genre of a book series.
    Theme is used to explain how and why important events happened in a story.
    A theme is the central idea of the story; sometimes it is a lesson or message the author wishes to convey.
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following statements describes the differences between theme and universal theme?
    A theme is the central idea found within a story or passage. Universal themes are those that can be understood by many readers.
    A theme is used to appeal to a wide range of readers. A universal theme is used to teach readers a lesson that is not understood by a wide range of readers.
    There are no differences; they mean the same thing.
    Themes are used to talk only about positive things in life. Universal themes are used to talk about negative things in life.
    30s
  • Q3
    Which of the following would be an example of universal theme?
    Death and tragedy
    A person's coming of age story.
    All the answers are correct.
    Cause and effect of our actions.
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following statements about universal theme is correct?
    Universal themes are themes that a small group of readers can relate to.
    Universal themes are used in essays to persuade readers to all think the same way about an issue.
    Universal themes are themes that a wide range of readers can relate to.
    Only stories with universal themes are considered 'literature'.
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following statements is true?
    There is a certain number of universal themes an author can use when writing a story.
    Themes are the supporting details found within a story or passage.
    There isn't a finite number of universal themes.
    All writers select one theme before they begin to write a story.
    30s

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