Which of the following questions might you identify the theme of a piece of fiction? how did the conflict(s) resolve, if at all? who is the main character? what types of literary devices are used? where is the story set?

The question that might help you identify the theme of a piece of fiction is the question "How did the conflict(s) resolve, if at all?" This questions requires first thinking of the entire story as well as analyzing the plot and the overall message of the story to determine the conflict and resolution.