Theme

Theme and main idea is the same.

• True

• False

Theme is only found in poems.

• True

• False

The main difference between theme and main idea is:

• They are the same, there is no difference.

• Theme is a message or lesson, and main idea is what a story is about.

• Theme is what a story is about and main idea is the lesson or message.

Theme is:

• What the story is about.

• The events that happen in a story.

• The message or lesson in the story that the author wants to share with the reader.

A theme is always just one word.

• True

• False

What is the theme of this short story?

• Be honest.

• Don't be greedy.

• Always share your things with others.

• Be respectful to others.

What is the theme of this short story?

• Be persistent.

• Always share with others.

• You should respect your family.

Which is a good example of theme?

• Jack is a follower.

• A bad sport never wins.

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

• Connor overcame his obstacles with his mindset.

Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. But 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 it.

• Overeating leads to illness.

• Insects value food over safety.

• Always send a tester.

What is the theme of this short story?

• Slow and steady wins the race.

• Turtles are faster than rabbits.

• You shouldn't take a nap when it's hot outside.

• Racing is not fun because it is tiring.