Theme in Literature

Front

What is the theme of a story?

Back

The theme is the message about life that the author expresses.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is the main idea of a story?

Back

The main idea is a description of what the story is mostly about.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does the term 'plot' refer to in literature?

Back

The plot refers to the sequence of events in a story.

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CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

Can you give an example of a theme?

Back

Fear is more dangerous than any beast.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does it mean when we say 'Your past does not define you'?

Back

This theme suggests that one's past experiences do not determine their future or identity.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is a character in a story?

Back

A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

How can you identify the theme of a story?

Back

Look for the underlying message or lesson that the author conveys through the characters and plot.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is the difference between theme and main idea?

Back

The theme is a broader message about life, while the main idea is a summary of what the story is about.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is an example of a main idea?

Back

A toad and a lizard learn to get along while on a journey through the wilderness.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is a moral in a story?

Back

A moral is a lesson that can be learned from the story.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5