Matching Pairs Thematic Topics & DefinitionsOnline version Various thematic topics and their meanings to help students identify common patterns/themes while reading. by Meghan Makowski 1 Inner Strength 2 Change 3 Heroism 4 Patience 5 Freedom 6 Justice 7 Overcoming 8 Opportunity When a character has enough mental resistance to doubts or discouragements Having the capacity to accept or tolerate a delay or trouble without reacting negatively The process of succeeding/defeating a past conflict Having the power or right to act, speak, or think without restraint from others When a character is given the opportunity to act or present themselves differently than before When the concern for fairness, acceptance, and respect for people is presented When an occasion/situation is presented that allows for a character’s desired task possible to be complete Having great bravery and courage when facing dangerous situations