Journal

What does it mean to have integrity?

What does it mean to have dignity?

( Write 1 sentence for the actual definition, 1 sentence for your own definition, and 1 sentence of an example.)

What is Theme?

What is theme?

​Theme
A theme is the central idea, message, or underlying meaning in a piece of writing, art, film, or any other form of expression. It represents the broader concepts or lessons that the creator is trying to convey through their work.

How is Theme Represented?

​Theme

Themes can be represented in many ways, such as through characters, plot, dialogue, narrative structure, or symbolism.

Key Words

​What do these words mean?

• ​Compassion:

• Empathy:

• Sympathy:

• Kindness:

Key Words

​What do these words mean?

• Compassion: When someone is going through a tough time, showing compassion might mean offering support or helping them through the difficult moment in practical ways.

• Empathy: If a friend is grieving the loss of a loved one, empathy would mean feeling their sadness and being there for them emotionally, understanding their pain without necessarily trying to fix it.

• Sympathy: If someone loses their job, you might express sympathy by saying, "I'm so sorry you're going through this," even if you don’t personally understand exactly how they feel.

• Kindness: Simple acts like holding the door open for someone, offering to help someone carry something heavy, or giving a compliment can all be expressions of kindness.

​Ticket out The Door

Do you think the boy will steal again, why or why not? How does the theme of the story affect your answer?