Theme of a story

Theme of a story

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Flashcard

English

5th Grade

Hard

Created by

annette cuneo

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the theme of the story about the Grasshopper and the Ant?

Back

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2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Lost Key
While digging in her backyard, Anna found an old, rusted key buried in the dirt. She asked her neighbors if they had lost it, but no one knew where it came from. Determined to solve the mystery, she followed clues—a faded map in the library, a carved symbol on a park bench—until she finally discovered an old wooden chest in the attic of an abandoned house. Inside, she found letters and photos from long ago, connecting her town’s past to the present.

Back

Curiosity and perseverance can help us solve life’s mysteries

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Mysterious Letter
Jordan opened his desk to find a folded note with neat handwriting. "You are kind and smart," it read, but there was no name signed at the bottom. Confused but intrigued, he asked his classmates if they had written it. No one admitted to it, but then he noticed a quiet new student watching him from across the room. After talking to her, he learned that she had written the letter because she wanted to make a friend but was too shy to say it aloud. From that day on, Jordan made sure she never felt alone.

Back

Small acts of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s life.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Missing Lunchbox
Every day, someone’s lunch went missing from the classroom cubbies, and no one knew who was taking them. Frustrated, Mia decided to keep watch. One afternoon, she spotted a boy slipping a sandwich into his backpack. Instead of getting angry, she quietly asked him why he was taking the lunches. He admitted that his family didn’t have enough food at home. Mia told the teacher, and together, the class found a way to help, making sure he always had something to eat.
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Back

Understanding others' struggles can lead to kindness and solutions.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Great Classroom Debate
Mrs. Hill’s class was divided—should the school add a new basketball court or a butterfly garden? Each student had strong opinions, and at first, they argued instead of listening. But as they prepared for a debate, they learned how to present their ideas respectfully and consider the needs of others. In the end, they realized that compromise was possible, and together, they proposed a plan that included both ideas.

Back

Respecting different perspectives leads to better decisions.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main theme of the story about Lucy and her friends discovering a forgotten garden?

Back

Taking care of the environment brings people together and creates beauty.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of the story "A Surprise for Grandpa"?

Back

The most valuable gifts come from the heart, not the store.

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