Topic vs. Theme
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between a topic and a theme?
Back
A topic is the subject of a text, while a theme is the underlying message or main idea that the author conveys.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a theme in literature?
Back
A theme is a central idea or message that runs throughout a literary work.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic in literature?
Back
A topic is the main subject or focus of a literary work, often expressed in a few words.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a theme is 'stated'?
Back
A stated theme is one that is explicitly expressed in the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a theme is 'implied'?
Back
An implied theme is one that is suggested through the characters' actions, experiences, and events in the story, rather than directly stated.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can you give an example of a topic?
Back
An example of a topic could be 'friendship' or 'courage'.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can you give an example of a theme?
Back
An example of a theme could be 'the importance of friendship' or 'the struggle for identity'.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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