Theme and Context Clues

By the way she sauntered into the room, I could tell she was in no great hurry to join us.

Define sauntered

• walked quickly

• walked slowly

• walked by herself

• walked with her friends

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which is an example of theme?

• inequality

• hope

• Your past does not define you

• Mike wanted justice.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

Kim had gone through her closet with her mom over the weekend. She remembered a new girl at school who always seemed to wear the same pants over and over again. Kim wondered what she could do with her clothes. She handed the new girl a bag as she passed her in the hallway.

• sacrifice is difficult sometimes

• friendship is the most inmportant part of life

• it's better to give than to receive

• it's important to be honest

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

The message or lesson that the author wants you to learn from the story is...

• thesis

• theme

• summary

• plot

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Ben knew his friend was about to receive a checkmark for not being prepared for class. This would have been the third day in a row he would have to stand out from recess. Ben gave the pencil to Tim. Later Ben received a checkmark and had to stand out from recess.

What is the theme of this passage?

• It's hard to stand up for your friends

• Sometimes sacrifice is necessary to help others.

• It takes courage to help your friends

• don't judge a book by its cover

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which of the following is an example of theme?

• Snow White was thoughful and kind

• Juan risked his life to save his brother's

• Happiness

• Don't judge people by outward appearances

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which is an example of theme?

• One person can make a difference

• Linda knew she would always be grateful

• The donkey was stubborn and did not move

• RGB became famous for being a champion for gender equality

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. The oldest fly stays back. The two flies tease the older fly, but then get stuck in the honey. What is the theme of the story?

• Some prizes aren't worth it

• insects value food over safety

• overeating leads to illness

• always send a tester

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What could be a theme of the following passage?

In 1946, Jackie Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers. He became the first African American to play baseball in the Major Leagues. Robinson's first game was opening day of the 1947 season. He faced the Boston Braves. He also faced a hostile crowd.

• Follow your dreams

• join the Dodges

• Playing baseball for a Major League Team

• Always play baseball

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

We didn't hire the contractor because we suspected that he was inept.

Define inept.

• slow

• lazy

• incomplete

• incompetent

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A