Theme -4th grade

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What is a theme in a story?

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A theme is a lesson learned or a moral of the story.

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True or False: The theme is the same as the main idea of a story.

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False

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What is the main difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA?

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Theme is a universal lesson, and main idea is what a story is about.

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Which of these is NOT related to the theme in a story?

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How a character is feeling.

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What lesson does the story of the young boy and the old man teach?

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Respect your elders.

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What does it mean when we say 'Respect your elders'?

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It means to honor and value the wisdom and experience of older people.

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Can a theme be understood by people from different cultures?

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Yes, a theme is often a big idea that people from any culture can understand.

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What is an example of a theme in a story?

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'Slow and steady wins the race' is a common theme.

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What is the moral of the story?

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The moral is the lesson that can be learned from the story.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Look for the main lesson or message that the author wants to convey.