Final Assessment Determining the Theme of a Text

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

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

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

Can the same theme appear in different stories?

Back

Yes, the same themes can occur in different stories by different authors.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

Why can't 'trust' be considered a theme?

Back

'Trust' is only one word and is considered a topic, not a theme.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

How many themes can a story have?

Back

A story can have more than one theme.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

Why are themes considered universal?

Back

Themes are universal because all humans share common experiences.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

Where can a reader typically find the theme in a story?

Back

The reader must understand what the character has learned and infer the theme.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is the difference between a topic and a theme?

Back

A topic is a subject of discussion, while a theme is a deeper message or insight about that subject.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What role do characters play in identifying the theme of a story?

Back

Characters' experiences and growth often reveal the theme through their actions and lessons learned.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

Can themes change based on the reader's interpretation?

Back

Yes, themes can be interpreted differently by different readers based on their perspectives.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is an example of a common theme in literature?

Back

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

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2