Theme (5th grade Unit 3 Week 1)

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What is the theme of a narrative text?

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A message the author is trying to get across to the reader.

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What is an example of a theme?

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Don't be greedy.

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What is another example of a theme?

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Don't be lazy.

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True or False: A theme should be a statement, not just one word.

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TRUE

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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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What does 'theme' refer to in literature?

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The underlying message or lesson of a story.

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Can a theme be expressed in one word?

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No, a theme should be a complete statement.

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What is a universal theme?

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A theme that is relevant across different cultures and time periods.

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Give an example of a universal theme.

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The importance of friendship.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Look for recurring ideas, character actions, and the resolution.