Exploring Themes in Literature Part 1

Exploring Themes in Literature Part 1

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English

7th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RL.7.2, RL.7.3, RL.8.2

+9

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

A theme is the central message or underlying idea that a writer explores in a literary work.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does a theme differ from a summary?

Back

A theme is the central message, while a summary is a brief overview of the text.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are common themes found in literature?

Back

Common themes include love, friendship, honesty, betrayal, and the struggle for identity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can character interactions illustrate a theme?

Back

Character interactions can reveal the dynamics of relationships and highlight the central message of the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does conflict play in determining a theme?

Back

Conflict drives the plot and helps to reveal the theme through the characters' struggles and resolutions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a theme related to friendship?

Back

A theme of friendship can be illustrated by two characters supporting each other through challenges.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can a reader identify the theme of a text?

Back

A reader can identify the theme by analyzing the main conflict, character development, and resolution.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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