Which statement best defines a theme in a short story? ОА.
A theme is the central message, moral, or lesson conveyed using characters,'setting, and plot.
OB.
A theme is the topic of a story, which the author develops through a particular tone and mood.
O C.
A theme helps build tension between the characters in a story.
OD
A theme is the use of an object to represent a larger idea.
OE.
A theme helps reveal the order in which events occur in a story.

 A theme is the central message, moral, or lesson conveyed using characters, setting, and plot.

Explanation:  The theme is an insight into human nature and what the author is trying to express-- maybe a message about how people could live better lives, avoid senseless conflicts, be better friends, etc. In short: the message, moral or lesson.

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i think that will have something to do with the mississippi river but google will know the full answer for sure