What is Theme?

“Read the following lines from a poem: "The old clock ticks, the seasons turn, / Each day a lesson, hard-earned. / Though shadows fall and skies may weep, / The seeds of hope we sow will keep." What is one possible theme of this poem? Provide a line from the poem that supports your interpretation. Read the following lines from a short story: "The little boat battled the waves, / Each crest a challenge, each trough a grave. / But the captain held firm, his spirit bright, / Guiding his vessel through the darkest night." What is one possible theme of this story? Provide a line from the story that supports your interpretation.”