Theme/Character Quiz

What is theme?

• The order of events in a story

• The message or lesson of a story

• Words that create a picture in a story

• A word that represents itself and something else

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Which is NOT a strategy for tracking a theme through a story?

• Looking for big ideas in each paragraph

• Looking for big ideas in character dialogue

• Ignoring character dialogue and focusing on action

• Analyzing author word choice

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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The theme of "Amigo Brothers" is that the bonds of friendship are developed over time, and they are like family; they are strong enough to withstand almost any difficulty.

Which big idea best supports that theme?

• Anthony and Felix liked boxing

• Anthony and Felix had special gear for their big match

• Felix saw a movie before the fight

• Antonio and Felix were friends despite their differences

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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The theme of "Amigo Brothers" is that the bonds of friendship are developed over time, and they are like family; they are strong enough to withstand almost any difficulty.

Which example of author word choice does NOT support that theme?

• "Bro," "brother," "panin"

• "The amigo brothers were not ashamed to embrace tightly"

• "The night air was blurred with perpetual motions of left hooks and right crosses."

• "Arm in arm the champions had already left the ring."

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Which statement is true of direct character description?

• It clearly states something about the character.

• The reader must infer something about the character.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which statement is true of indirect character description?

• It clearly states something about the character.

• The reader must infer something about the character.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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Is the following an example of direct or indirect character description?

Miss Young smiled to herself as she worked, humming her favorite song.

• Direct Description

• Indirect Description

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Is the following an example of direct or indirect character description?

Mrs. Hildebrand loves to watch movies.

• Direct Description

• Indirect Description

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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