Understanding Main Idea and Theme

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

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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

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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

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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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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

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A story can have more than one theme.

• True

• False

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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.

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What is the THEME?

• A

• B

• C

• No answer choice available

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What is the THEME?

• A

• B

• C

• No answer choice available

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What is the MAIN IDEA?

• A

• B

• C

• No answer available

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