Question

Why is it important to write a theme as a statement rather than a word or phrase?

A theme statement proves that you've read and understood the contents of the book as the author intended.
A theme statement helps explain whether or not you agree with the author's message.
A theme statement connects the details of a book with a topic and explains what the book had to say about that topic.
A theme statement provides evidence by describing specific events from the story and how they support the theme.

Answer 1

A theme statement connects the details of a book with a topic and explains what the book had to say about that topic.

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