English LiteratureYears 10–1119th Century Novel

19th century novel — Theme

Explore key themes in a 19th century novel and how they relate to Victorian society (AO1/AO3)

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    A theme is a big idea that runs through a story, like a red thread you follow. 📖

  2. 2

    Which of these is a theme?

  3. 3

    In 'A Christmas Carol', Scrooge is mean and selfish at first. But by the end, he's kind and generous. 🎄

  4. 4

    Let's spot a theme in a short scene from 'Oliver Twist'. 🖋️

  5. 5

    Drag the theme that fits this scene: Jane Eyre is treated unfairly by her aunt, but she stands up for herself. 🏰

  6. 6

    What theme is shown when a character fights against being treated unfairly?

  7. 7

    In 'Pride and Prejudice', Elizabeth Bennet judges Mr Darcy too quickly. Later, she realises she was wrong. What theme is this?

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