Question

mood, tone, and theme quick check
what is the definition of the word theme? (1 point)
○ an idea developed throughout the course of a text
○ the series of events that happen in a literary work
○ the emotional atmosphere of a literary work
○ an important topic developed in a literary work

Explanation:

The theme of a literary work is the central, overarching idea that is explored and developed consistently across the text, distinguishing it from plot (series of events), mood (emotional atmosphere), or a simple topic.

Answer:

an idea developed throughout the course of a text