* A character: A character in a story can also be a smaller part of a larger theme. For example, in the novel "The Great Gatsby," the character of Jay Gatsby represents the American Dream, which is a larger theme in the novel.
* A setting: The setting of a story can also be a smaller part of a larger theme. For example, in the novel "The Lord of the Rings," the setting of Middle-earth is a smaller part of the larger theme of good versus evil.
* A symbol: A symbol can also be a smaller part of a larger theme. For example, in the novel "The Scarlet Letter," the scarlet letter "A" is a symbol of sin and guilt, which are larger themes in the novel.