Sound of Thunder

What is the best definition of THEME?

• A universal truth, moral, or idea that the author wants to express. 
• The location and time of the story
• The events that occur in the story
• The author's reason for writing a story

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.

Themes are about the big picture.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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

• TRUE
• FALSE

A novel can have more than one theme.

• TRUE
• FALSE

PART A: Which statement identifies the main theme of the short story?

• It is impossible to predict and prepare for every possible outcome, no matter how careful you are.

• Everything that has taken place in the past is intricately connected, and one small action can have major consequences.

• Technology should be used to advance the world, and should not be wasted on trivial leisure pursuits.

PART B: Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• “‘The stomp of your foot, on one mouse, could start an earthquake, the effects of which could shake our earth and destinies down through Time, to their very foundations.’” (Paragraph 39)

• “‘This way, we kill only animals with no future, that are never going to mate again. You see how careful we are?’” (Paragraph 45)

• “‘Time doesn’t permit that sort of mess—a man meeting himself. When such occasions threaten, Time steps aside.’” (Paragraph 48)

What the character does is referred to as the character's ________________.

• thoughts

• dialogue

• emotions

• actions

What a character thinks are referred to as the character's __________.

• thoughts

• dialogue

• emotions

• actions

A character who forgets about things or is careless could be described as being __________.

• stubborn

• greedy

• irresponsible

• cheerful