Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Week Three

This week was all about theme. Theme is the central ideas, values, thesis, messages, and meaning of a story. The theme is what connects a work of literature to the real world.

When considering the theme of a work, first see if the title reveals the theme. Themes can also be revealed in a direct statement by the author, or through the actions and personalities of the characters. Symbols and other details in the work can also give us a hint about the theme.

Finding the theme in what I read makes me feel more connected to the work of literature. I can understand the motivation behind the story and why things progress the way they do.

Make sure your speakers are on, because here is the ultimate theme(song)
courtesy of youtube.com

1 comment:

  1. Speakers were on full blast and yes, you are right. It is the ultimate theme song for that entertaining movie starring my favorite actor....Johnny Depp!! He's a genius.

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