Understanding Themes in Literature
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English
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12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of the Odyssey?
Back
Odysseus struggles to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan War, facing numerous challenges that test his loyalty to his family.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: A theme should be a statement, not just one word.
Back
TRUE
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Is 'Family' a Topic or Thematic Statement?
Back
Topic
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are themes considered universal?
Back
All humans share common experiences.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is an example of a THEME STATEMENT?
Back
People's decisions are often an indication of their true character.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define 'Theme' in literature.
Back
A theme is the central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What distinguishes a thematic statement from a topic?
Back
A thematic statement expresses a complete thought or insight, while a topic is a single word or phrase.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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