G20: Define and review the definition of specific theme.
Notes and Resources:
Teaching the Classics Syllabus Section 6
Socratic List Question 13b
The “specific theme” of a story is the case, point, or argument that the author is making about a universal idea, topic, or question. It is distinct from “general theme,” which is the universal idea itself. Every story thus has both a general theme (topic) and a specific theme (thesis).
Element of Fiction:
Assignment Options:
G20.1 Recitation Exercise: Define Specific Theme
G20.2 ID/Selection Exercise: General vs. Specific Themes
G20.3 Creative Writing Exercise: Supply Specific Theme for Each General Theme
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