Question

Which two statements best define a theme of a poem?. A. A theme is a main topic that a poem emphasizes.. B. A theme is a statement about a subject of a poem.. C. A theme is the imagery that evokes emotion in a poem.. D. A theme is a poet’s message to readers through a poem.

Answer 1

The correct answers are A. A theme is a main topic that a poem emphasizes and D. A theme is a poet’s message to readers through a poem.

The theme is indeed the main topic and the analysis of this topic as presented by the poet bears the secret message that the poet would like to convey to their readers.

Answer 2

The correct answers are A and D.

A theme is the main message of a literary work, be it a poem, a novel, or a play. What the author is trying to convey, as well as what the main topic is, makes the theme of that particular literary work. The feelings and opinions you are left with after reading it makes you think about the theme of that work.