What is a theme of the novel or short story that you read? write a theme sentence to describe a lesson that readers can learn from the story.

question 8 (essay worth 5 points) (hc) choose a quotation or short passage from the text that supports the theme you have identified. include the page number of the quotation.

The "lottery" by Shirley Jackson

Theme: someone who is blamed for the evils of a society and banished in order to expel sin and allow for renewal.

Theme sentence: The danger of tradition and blindly following along is not always a good idea

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hiv/aids are in fact really common in blood types

the author is intending to draw attention to the plight of refugees, editorial and biography support this. both workpieces make the reader empathize with enrique as well as with the other young migrants from central america. the writer, however, is using a different approach to each text.

the editorial includes strong words to persuade readers. he is trying hard to convince readers in the us to change its refugee approach.

the biography relies on narrative techniques and figurative language which the writer uses wisely in the setting, characterization, and personification to educate readers on the topic.