This document discusses themes in stories, providing examples from the story of King Arthur. It defines a theme as a central issue or idea that a story explores. Two themes discussed are: [1] Trust, and how King Arthur trusted Lancelot but that trust was later betrayed; [2] Power and responsibility, exemplified by how King Arthur fulfilled his responsibilities as king to maintain peace and provide for his people. Evidence from the story is presented for each theme.
This document discusses themes in stories, providing examples from the story of King Arthur. It defines a theme as a central issue or idea that a story explores. Two themes discussed are: [1] Trust, and how King Arthur trusted Lancelot but that trust was later betrayed; [2] Power and responsibility, exemplified by how King Arthur fulfilled his responsibilities as king to maintain peace and provide for his people. Evidence from the story is presented for each theme.
This document discusses themes in stories, providing examples from the story of King Arthur. It defines a theme as a central issue or idea that a story explores. Two themes discussed are: [1] Trust, and how King Arthur trusted Lancelot but that trust was later betrayed; [2] Power and responsibility, exemplified by how King Arthur fulfilled his responsibilities as king to maintain peace and provide for his people. Evidence from the story is presented for each theme.
forward could be more than one theme in a story Examples of themes MORAL THEME EVIDENCE VALUE TRUST We must be King Arthur trustworthy so trusts Lancelot King Arthurs that people will to look after relationship have high Guinevere. regards of us Page 24 with Lancelot his best friend MORAL THEME EVIDENCE VALUE BETRAYAL We should King Arthur not betray the trusted Mordred Lancelots trust given to us as regent when feelings for the he went after Lancelot but queen Mordred rebelled against Arthur Mordreds and imprisoned betrayal Queen Guinevere. Page 18 MORAL THEME EVIDENCE VALUE POWER & We should King Arthur Responsibility not abuse made sure his With great power. We must people have a fulfill our lot of food to power comes responsibilities eat. Being a great when we have king, he has power. maintained responsibility peace in his kingdom.