Theme

What is theme?

• sequence of events

• message about life that the author expresses

• the time, location, and mood of a story

• the main events of a story

Which is an example of theme?

• Connor overcame his obstacles with his mindset.

• People's decisions are often an indication of their true character.

• Brooklyn took a bad situation and made the most of it.

• Jack is a follower.

Which of the following is an example of theme?

• Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.

• Don't judge a person by their outward appearance.

• Justin risked his life to save Jane.

• Happiness.

Which is an example of theme?

• One person can make a difference.

• The donkey was stubborn and did not change.

• Hoss knew he would always be grateful.

• Javon became famous for slaying the dragon.

Which is an example of theme?

• Inequality

• Justice

• Hope

• Your past does not define you.

What does theme add to a story?

• A sense of a location.

• Motivation for the characters.

• An important message.

• Dialogue for the characters.

Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. The oldest fly stays back. The two flies tease the older fly, but then get stuck in the honey.

What is the theme of this story?

• Some prizes aren't worth.

• Insects value food over safety.

• Overeating leads to illness.

• Always send a tester.

A story's main theme might be difficult to figure out because -

• author's rarely want the reader to figure the them out

• only complicated, challenging stories have themes

• it has little to do with the plot, characters, and other story elements

• the theme is rarely stated directly in a story

Which characterization best reinforces the theme of the importance of being prepared?

• The hero spends a great deal of time training to defeat a villain.

• The hero fights a villain who can control minds.

• The hero lives in a society where every part of your life is planned out in advance.

• The hero keeps dreaming about the problems he faces.

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for theme?

• message

• life lesson

• moral

• fable