Theme vs. Main Idea

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6th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?
Back
The theme is the underlying message or lesson about life that a story conveys.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of 'main idea' in literature?
Back
The main idea is the central point or the primary message of a story, summarizing what it is about.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the theme differ from the main idea?
Back
The theme is a universal lesson about life, while the main idea is specific to the content of the story.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a theme related to teamwork?
Back
Teamwork can accomplish (or help with reaching) a goal.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What lesson does the story of the ants and the grasshopper teach?
Back
The story teaches that hard work is important and that laziness can lead to negative consequences.
Tags
CCSS.RL.1.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.K.5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a common theme found in many stories?
Back
There are more important things in life than being popular.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of identifying the theme in a story?
Back
Identifying the theme helps readers understand the deeper meaning and moral of the story.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
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