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Unit 4American Literature

THE STORY OF AN HOUR COPY MASTER

Literary Analysis

THEME

Theme is a message the writer wants readers to understand or a perception about life the writer wants to share. A good short story writer doesn’t express his or her theme explicitly but rather expects readers to draw their own conclusions about the story’s central meaning.

Directions: In the chart, record Mrs. Mallard’s feelings, thoughts, and actions. Then answer the question that follows.

Mrs. Mallard’s Feelings Mrs. Mallard’s Thoughts Mrs. Mallard’s Actions

What central theme is conveyed by Mrs. Mallard’s feelings, thoughts, and actions?

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