Which words are correctly matched with their definitions? Check all that apply.
Then shows sequence.
Accept means "excluding."
Than is a comparative.
Affect means to change.
Except means to receive.
An effect is a result.

Which statement is true about the theme of a short story? a. the theme is directly stated in the story. b. the theme is the message the author wants to convey. c. the theme is the purpose of the story. d. the theme is the same as the subject of the story.