Understanding Main Idea and Theme
Authored by Hannah Banks
English
4th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main idea of the story 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?
Slow and steady wins the race
The hare was the real winner of the race
The tortoise cheated to win the race
Fast and reckless wins the race
Tags
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.1.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.K.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the story 'Cinderella', what is the theme that can be inferred from the events?
The benefits of living in a big city
Triumph of good over evil and the power of kindness
The importance of technology in solving problems
The dangers of trusting strangers
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.9
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.5.9
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a main idea:
d) The moon is made of cheese
a) Love conquers all
f) Trees provide shade
e) Fish can swim
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Distinguish between main idea and theme using an example from a story or poem.
Main idea is the central point or message, while theme is the underlying moral or lesson learned.
Main idea is the same as theme
Main idea and theme are interchangeable terms
Main idea is only found in poems, while theme is only found in stories
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CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.9
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.5.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the theme of the fable 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf'?
The value of hard work and perseverance
The benefits of healthy eating and exercise
The power of friendship and teamwork
Consequences of lying and the importance of honesty
Tags
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.1.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.K.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
A story can have more than one theme.
True
False
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.9
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.5.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA?
Theme is a universal lesson, and main idea is what the story is about.
Theme is what a story is about, and main idea is the universal lesson it teaches.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.9
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.5.9
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