Main Idea and Theme

Main Idea and Theme

Assessment

Flashcard

English

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RL.6.2, RL.5.2, RI.5.2

+7

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a story?

Back

The main idea is the central point or message that the story conveys, summarizing what the story is about.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

A theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to communicate through the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the theme differ from the main idea?

Back

The theme is a universal lesson about life, while the main idea is what the story is specifically about.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a theme?

Back

An example of a theme is 'Don't judge people by outward appearances.'

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a theme add to a story?

Back

A theme adds an important message that gives depth and meaning to the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can a story have multiple themes?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of identifying the theme?

Back

Identifying the theme helps readers understand the deeper meaning and moral of the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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