Definition: This is the central message of a story, poem, novel, or play that many readers can apply to their own experiences, or to those of all people.
Example: For example; good vs. evil or the search for identity.

The brother of a presidential candidate writes an editorial in which he defends this candidate against charges of corruption. in such a circumstance, it is most appropriate for the reader to a) suspect that the candidate may have been framed. b) consider whether the candidate has the best family or not. c) wonder if the writer may be biased, due to his family connection. d) wonder if the writer may be inaccurate, due to wanting to get people to read his column. \

How did the english teacher ponyboy? the outsiders

The playwright would be able to express __ but the painter likely would not