Mr. Will's class Comprehension and Vocabulary Quiz

What is the definition of theme?

• The main character of a story

• The problem or conflict in a story

• The setting of a story

• The message or lesson of a story

Which of the following is an example of the theme 'acceptance'?

• A story about characters who work together to complete a task

• A story about characters who trust and are loyal to each other

• A story about characters that show respect and accept others' differences

• A story about characters that successfully handle struggles and obstacles

What is the theme of the story 'Anansi Learns a Lesson'?

• Acceptance

• Teamwork

• Perseverance

• Compassion

What does the word 'filthy' mean?

• Shiny

• Messy

• Dirty

• Clean

What is the opposite of the word 'light' in the passage?

• Dark

• Bright

• Heavy

• Small

In the story, what does the word 'sink' mean?

• Float

• Swim

• Jump

• Drown

What is the genre of the story 'Anansi Learns a Lesson'?

• Fairy tale

• Mystery

• Folk tale

• Science fiction

Which theme is NOT mentioned in the examples?

• Friendship

• Creativity

• Courage

• Honesty

What does the word 'compassion' mean?

• Ignoring someone's feelings

• Helping someone in need

• Feeling sorry for someone

• Being mean to someone

What lesson does Anansi learn about how you should treat others?

• Be brave

• Be honest

• Be selfish

• Be respectful