Theme

When determining a theme, the reader should first consider...

• the illustrations
• the subject or topic
• the title
• the length of the story 

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.3.9

A theme should be a statement, not just one word. 

• TRUE
• FALSE

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

The best definition of theme is...

• The lesson the author is teaching. 
• The message the author is sending.
• A word that summarizes the story.
• The character's main problem.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.3.9

What is the main difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA. 

• Theme is a universal lesson and main idea is what a story is about.
• Theme is what a story is about and main idea is the universal lesson it teaches.
  

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is an example of THEME?

• Carry your laptops with two hands at all times.
• Cereal is the healthiest food you can eat.
• You can severely break your leg while crossing the street.
• Life is short; make the most of it.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which of the following is an example of theme?

• Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.

• Jack risked his life to save Jane.

• Don't judge people by outward appearances.

• Happiness

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Can shows and movies on TV have themes?

• No, only books can.
• TV shows and movies don't fit into any themes.
• They can have themes just like books can.
• They are the only literary works that can have themes.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

Which is an example of theme?

• One person can make a difference.

• Missy knew she would always be grateful.

• The donkey was stubborn and did not change.

• Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9