Theme

What is a theme in a story?

• The way the characters are portrayed.

• The time or place of the story.

• The main concept or idea in the text.

• A lesson that conveys a moral message in a text.

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• Splitting the room in half can be a good way to tackle a painting job.

• It’s better to do things right the first time.

• If you have a good suggestion, adults will agree with it.

• Painting a room can be a time-consuming task.

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What is a synonym for theme?

• Character development

• Message

• Central thought

• Setting

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• Eating too much candy can make you sick.

• Think things through when deciding between two activities.

• Selfishness can have negative consequences.

• Don’t expect others to give you something just because you made a bad choice.

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Which is an example of theme?

• The donkey was stubborn and did not change.

• Missy knew she would always be grateful.

• One person can make a difference.

• Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.

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• There are more important things in life than being popular.

• Popularity will make you inconsiderate of others’ feelings.

• Cliques shouldn’t be allowed.

• Friends can sometimes let one another down.

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A story can have more than one theme.

• True

• False

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• Wear the clothes your parents choose for school pictures.

• Stand by your friends no matter what.

• Don’t worry about what others think of you.

• Stand up for yourself.

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Where can a reader find the theme?

• It stated directly in the text.

• The reader must understand what the character has learned.

• A character tells you.

• Books or movies do not have themes.

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• Help others in their time of need.

• Be a good neighbor.

• Check with older neighbors regularly to make sure they are in good health.

• Be careful when doing things when you get old.

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