Theme Presentation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the theme of a story?

• The lesson or message the author wants you to learn

• The names of the characters in the story

• The setting of the story

• The number of pages in the story

Open Ended

Why do you think authors include themes in their stories?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a step in finding the theme of a story?

• Think about the main character.

• Identify the setting of the story.

• Consider the problem faced by the character.

• Reflect on what can be learned from the character's actions.

Multiple Choice

Based on the examples provided, what is a common theme found in many stories?

• Helping others is important

• Winning is everything

• Money brings happiness

• Revenge is sweet

Open Ended

How do the steps for finding a theme (Image 0) help you answer the question in the story example about Anna (Image 2)?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following stories best matches the theme 'Always tell the truth'?

• The Boy Who Cried Wolf

• Cinderella

• The Lion and the Mouse

• Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Multiple Select

Select all the statements that are true about themes in stories.

• A theme is the lesson or message of a story.

• A theme can be found by looking at characters, problems, and solutions.

• The topic and the theme are always the same.

• Themes often teach us something important.

Fill in the Blanks

Theme is the lesson or

of a story.

Open Ended

How can understanding the theme of a story help you in real life?

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between the theme and the topic of a story?

• The theme is the main character, and the topic is the setting.

• The theme is the lesson or message, and the topic is what the story is about.

• The theme is the plot, and the topic is the conflict.

• The theme is the author, and the topic is the title.

Open Ended

What is the theme of one of the stories you read this week?