Theme vs. Main Idea

Theme vs. Main Idea

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English

3rd - 5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a story?

Back

The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey in a story.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

The theme is the underlying message or lesson that can be learned from a story.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the sentence that summarizes the key point or the most important information.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a main idea?

Back

In a story about a boy who learns to share, the main idea could be 'Sharing is important for friendship.'

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a theme?

Back

A theme in a story could be 'Friendship is more valuable than material things.'

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between theme and main idea?

Back

The main idea is about what the story is mainly about, while the theme is the deeper message or lesson.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can a story have more than one theme?

Back

Yes, a story can have multiple themes that explore different messages.

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