Question

the underlying meaning, or universal truth, found in a story is the storys
point of view
irony
theme
character development

Explanation:

• Point of view refers to who is telling the story (e.g., first - person, third - person). It is not about the underlying meaning.
• Irony is a literary device where there is a contrast between what is expected and what actually occurs. It is not the universal truth of a story.
• Theme is defined as the underlying meaning, central idea, or universal truth in a story.
• Character development is about how characters change or grow throughout the story. It is not the same as the story's underlying meaning.

Answer:

C. theme