Theme - Task Card

Part A: What is the Theme of the Story?

• A. Knowledge is always the answer to your

  questions.

• B. It is important to work hard to reach your

  goals.

• C. No dream is too great to achieve if one is

  willing.

• D. Acquired knowledge can improve

  performance.

Which quotation best supports the

correct answer in Part A?

• A. Thiago began to recognize the importance

  of knowledge and the tremendous impact it

  could have on one's life.

• B. His dedication was extraordinary, and he

  soon began achieving remarkable

  improvements in his academic abilities

• C. which enabled Thiago to pursue his dreams

  without fear of failure or disappointment

Part A: What is a theme found in the 4th stanza of

the poem?

• A Gain strength through the support of others.

• B There is power in competition and

  determination.

• C. Overcoming obstacles can be a challenge.

• D. You should prepare for a challenge with

  courage.

Which line best supports the correct

answer in Part A?

• A He felt the rumble of the crowd in the stands,

• B. Siphoning the energy from each being in the

  audience

• C. And gathering it in his limbs.

• D. His arms flexed, the referee’s whistle sounded,

• E. The time for redemption had finally arrived.

Decide whether each detail develops the theme

that competition can get in the way of friendship.

Select the correct answer in each row.

• A C E F

• B D F H

• B D E G

• A D F G