In WordPress terminology, a template is a page layout thats available within a theme. In other words, the template is just a single-page layout, not the whole site design. With WordPress, theres no limit to the number of templates a theme can contain.

Can I monetize a free WordPress site?

Sites on the WordPress.com Premium plan can use WordAds, Affiliate Linking, or Sponsored posts to generate advertising revenue, while the WordPress.com Personal and Free plans can use Affiliate Linking, or Sponsored posts.