Verb Moods, Main Idea and Theme

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What is the difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA?

Back

Theme is a universal lesson and the main idea is what the story is about.

Front

True or False: Theme and Main Idea are the same thing.

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False

Front

Which of the following is an example of THEME? Options: Sodas are bad for you., Looking both ways before crossing the street is a good idea., The Bengal Tiger is an endangered species., Always share with others.

Back

Always share with others.

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Example of theme:

Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.

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Jack risked his life to save Jane.

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Don't judge people by outward appearances.

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Happiness

Back

Don't judge people by outward appearances.

Front

Which is an example of theme? Options:

One person can make a difference.

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Missy knew she would always be grateful.

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The donkey was stubborn and did not change.

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Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.

Back

One person can make a difference.

Front

What is the main idea of the passage about activities at the beach?

Back

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

Front

What is the main idea of the passage about soccer players?

Back

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

Front

Active voice

Back

The subject of the sentence performs the action

Front

They requested that we ______ late

Back

not be

Front

Identify which phrase is in the past subjunctive:

Alex insisted that I should try his new recipe.

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If I were rich, I would buy a Ferrari.

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I don't think you know what you're doing.

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If I were rich, I would buy a Ferrari.