Theme in Literature

One way you could figure out the theme is to...

• Skim through the story

• Read the ending of the story

• Read the beginning of the story

• Think about what the protagonist has learned

Which of the following is an example of theme?

• Carry your laptop with two hands at all times.

• Life is short; make the most of it.

• Vegetables are the healthiest food.

• The protagonist learned to be kind to others.

Unlike the topic of a text, a theme cannot

• be stated in a single word

• Be expressed by the text

• Be written in a sentence

• Be understood by the reader

What does the term universal mean when discussing theme?

• That a theme will apply to many people, but not everyone

• That a theme must deal with science and space

• That a theme contains a very big idea

• That a theme can apply to anyone

Themes are universal because

• The entire universe enjoys them.

• All humans can relate to common experiences.

• Authors add them to make the story more meaningful.

• Technically, a story could go on forever.

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

• Friendship

• Being prepared often leads to success.

• Helping others

• Being kind

Which of the following is not an example of a theme?

• Treat others the way you want to be treated.

• The protagonist lied to his parents.

• With hard work, you can accomplish anything.

• Don't judge others until you get to know them.

What is the difference between topic and theme?

• They are the same thing.

• Theme is the life lesson and topic is what the text is about.

• Theme is a summary and topic is a life lesson.

• Theme focuses on characters while topic focuses on events.

What is the theme of the story "The Boy Who Cried Wolf"?

• Take your time when working on a task.

• If you are dishonest, you will not be trusted.

• Believe in yourself.

• It is important to be patient when working towards our goals.

A theme must be expressed in a sentence, not just one word.

• True

• False