G18: Define and review the definition of general theme.
Notes and Resources:
Teaching the Classics Syllabus Section 6
Socratic List Question 13a
The “general theme” of a story is the universal idea, topic, or question that the story addresses; the subject toward which the author wishes to turn the conversation. It is distinct from the “specific theme” of a story, which is the case, point, or argument that the author is making about that topic.
Element of Fiction:
Assignment Options:
G18.1 Recitation Exercise: Define General Theme
G18.2 ID/Selection Exercise: Identify General Themes
G18.3 Creative Writing Exercise: Give General Theme to Simple Plots
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