Question

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which of the following is most clearly an example of a theme?
a. the meaning of the metaphor \his eyes were burning\ is important to the plot.
b. the plot is divided into exposition, rising action, and climax
c. responsible journalistic writing is objective and not subjective.
d. there is a real tension between real morality and the pretense of morality.

Explanation:

A theme is a central idea or message in a literary work. Option A is about a metaphor's role in the plot, not a theme. Option B is about plot structure. Option C is about journalistic writing style. Option D presents a general and profound idea (tension between real and pretended morality) which is characteristic of a theme.

Answer:

D. There is a real tension between real morality and the pretense of morality.