Theme Review

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Which of the following is an example of theme?

• One person can make a difference.
• The donkey was stubborn and did not move.
• Larissa knew she would be grateful.
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg became famous for being a champion for gender equality.

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One person can make a difference.

Front

Which of the following is an example of theme?
- Snow White was thoughtful and kind.
- Don't judge people by outward appearances.
- Juan risked his life to save his brother's.
- Happiness

Back

Don't judge people by outward appearances.

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What does theme add to the story?

Back

An important message

Front

Which of the following is an example of theme?

• Carry your laptops with two hands at all times.
• Cereal is the healthiest food you can eat.
• Life is short; make the most of it.
• How much wood could a wood chuck chuck?

Back

Life is short; make the most of it.

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Theme

Back

A universal truth, moral, or lesson the author wants to express.

Front

To identify a theme in a story, a reader can ask...
Options:

What has the character learned?

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What is the setting?

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Who is the narrator?

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ALL of the above

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What has the character learned?

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Why are themes considered universal?

Back

All humans share common experiences.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an example of a theme?

• Treat others the way you want to be treated.
• With hard work, you can accomplish anything.
• A little boy lied to his mother
• You shouldn't judge a book by its cover

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A little boy lied to his mother

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Are themes often cliche such as, "Actions speak louder than words"?

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False

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A theme should be supported by...

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ALL of the above