Theme vs Main Idea

What is the main purpose of a theme in a story?

• To convey a central message or idea

• To provide entertainment value

• To create suspense and mystery

• To introduce the main characters

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CCSS.RL.5.2

Which of the following best describes the main idea of a passage?

• The main idea of a passage is the supporting evidence presented by the author.

• The main idea of a passage is the central point or theme that the author is trying to convey.

• The main idea of a passage is the background information provided by the author.

• The main idea of a passage is the conclusion drawn by the author.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

What is the main difference between a theme and a main idea?

• A theme is the author's perspective, while a main idea is the reader's interpretation.

• A theme is a recurring idea or concept, while a main idea is the central point or message.

• A theme is found in nonfiction, while a main idea is found in fiction.

• A theme is a specific topic, while a main idea is a general concept.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

In a story, the theme is usually expressed through what?

• plot, characters, and symbols

• narrator, point of view, and style

• mood, tone, and atmosphere

• setting, dialogue, and conflict

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CCSS.RL.5.2

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a main idea?

• Supporting evidence

• Specific details

• Clear and concise

• Irrelevant details

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CCSS.RI.5.2

What is the main focus of a theme in a poem?

• Central idea or message

• Rhyme scheme

• Figurative language

• Meter

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CCSS.RL.5.2

Which of the following statements is true about a main idea?

• The main idea is the central point or theme of a text.

• The main idea is a minor detail in a text.

• The main idea is only found in fiction texts.

• The main idea is not important for understanding a text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

What is the purpose of identifying the main idea in a text?

• To determine the chronological order of events in the text.

• To understand the central theme or message of the text.

• To identify the author's tone in the text.

• To find supporting details in the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

Which of the following is an example of a theme in a novel?

• Love and betrayal

• Friendship and loyalty

• Fear and courage

• Happiness and success

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CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the main purpose of a main idea in a paragraph?

• To provide supporting details for the paragraph.

• To provide a summary of the overall topic or theme of the paragraph.

• To confuse the reader about the main topic of the paragraph.

• To introduce a new topic in the paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.5.2