DOL 11.8.23 Theme

Themes are universal ideas presented in a text that speak to a common human experience.

• True

• False

How do lines 6 through 14 support the theme of the poem?

• By suggesting that the baby bird will always need its mother

• By suggesting that birds can't bond with their parents or other birds

• By highlighting the transition from being dependent to being self-reliant

• By sharing the experiences you have when you're on your own

Which lines from the poem help the reader understand the theme of the poem?

• 1. hopping toward the busy street.

  We are about to reach for the (lines 3-4)

  
  

• as the small bird

  hops and hops (lines 10-11)

  
  

• 1. will no longer need her to

  be there all the time. (lines 25-26)

• 1. Like me? I ask.

  Mom’s voice gets thin and tight. . . . We (lines 27-28)

  
  

What are the main themes of the poem? Select TWO answers

• Gaining independence is part of growing up.

• Try to understand the perspective of others.

• Support helps us get through challenges.

• Treat others the way you want to be treated.

• Appreciating nature makes us connect with others.

How does the poem show the theme of relationships?

Use evidence from the text

Restate, Answer, Cite Evidence