Main Idea and Theme Review

Front

Main idea = theme?

Back

False

Answer explanation

The main idea is specific to a story. The theme is universal to all pieces of media.

Front

Main idea includes:

Back

Who the story is about and what the story is about.

Front

Main idea of Cinderella?

Back

A step-daughter is turned into a princess by her Fairy God-Mother and meets her prince.

Front

Main idea of Shrek?

Back

Shrek saves Princess Fiona from a dragon and falls in love.

Front

The __________________ is the deeper meaning of the story.

Back

Theme

Front

Theme of Cinderella

Back

All of the above.

Front

Theme of the passage: Edward, a social outcast, finally makes a friend but feels hurt when mocked, leading to sadness and doubt about happiness.

Back

The importance of friendship

Front

Main idea of the passage: The beach is the best place in summer.

Back

The beach is the best place to be in the Summer.