Which statement best defines a theme in a short story?
a. a theme is the central message, moral, or lesson conveyed using characters, setting, and plot.
b. a theme reveal the order in which events occur in a story.
c. a theme is the topic of a story, which the author develops through a particular tone and mood.
d. a theme build tension between the characters in a story. e. a theme is the use of an object to represent a larger idea

It is true that prior to 1914 the united states often had been disturbed by events in other continents. we had even engaged in two wars with european nations and in a number of undeclared wars in the west indies, in the mediterranean and in the pacific for the maintenance of american rights and for the principles of peaceful commerce. but in no case had a serious threat been raised against our national safety or our continued independence. what is the theme of this excerpt? a. the responsibility for americans to avoid involvement in war.b. america’s history of international involvement.c. a new kind of threat to american security.d. america’s history as a peaceful nation.

Theme is question 26 options: the way the story is presented. overarching ideas that are presented in the story. the author�s message that he or she is communicating to readers. the way the story makes the reader feel.

On a scale 1 to 10 how responsible are you? explain your answer