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Theme Definition | The theme of a work is the main idea or message that the author wishes to convey to the reader.
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THEME The theme of a work is the main idea or message that the author wishes to convey to the reader.
Atticus explains to Scout the importance of compassion when considering a situation. Sally begins to wonder if she should be showing more compassion towards others.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view...
Maybe I should put myself in someone else's shoes before I judge their decisions.