Theme

Front

What is a theme in a story?

Back

The message, moral, or lesson the author wants you to learn from the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

How can you identify a theme in a story?

Back

Ask questions like: What has the character learned? How did they grow or change? What message is the author trying to send?

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

True or False: Theme can be found in both fiction and non-fiction.

Back

True

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

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

Back

The little boy lied to his mom.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does it mean to 'Think before you act'?

Back

It means to consider the consequences of your actions before doing something.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Give an example of a theme related to kindness.

Back

Treat others the way you want to be treated.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What is a moral in a story?

Back

A lesson that can be learned from the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

Can a story have more than one theme?

Back

Yes, a story can have multiple themes.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What is the difference between a theme and a summary?

Back

A theme is the underlying message, while a summary is a brief description of the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What is an example of a theme about hard work?

Back

With hard work, you can accomplish anything.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9