Question

Which statement best defines theme? A. the underlying conflict in a story B. the details of a plot C. the underlying message in a literary work D. the subject of a literary work

Answer 1

I also got the answer would be c.the underlying message in a literary work

Answer 2

The answer should be C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The theme is the 'big idea' of the story. It is commonly 'hidden' in the story and it's up to the reader to figure out.

Hope this helps.