Understanding Theme vs. Central Idea

What is the primary focus of this week's lesson?

• Comparing and contrasting characters

• Understanding theme versus central idea

• Analyzing plot development

• Studying historical context in literature

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What should a theme statement NOT include?

• Character names

• A moral or lesson

• A broad application to life

• A complete sentence

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

• A summary of the plot

• A story about friendship

• The tortoise wins the race

• Money can't buy happiness

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is NOT a characteristic of a theme?

• Presented in a complete sentence

• Excludes character names

• Specific to one story

• Broadly applicable to life

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Why should themes be applicable to real life?

• To make the story more interesting

• To ensure they are specific to the story

• To provide a universal lesson or moral

• To focus on the plot's specifics

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the central idea of a text?

• A lesson learned from the story

• A one-word summary of the story

• A complete sentence summarizing the text

• A detailed analysis of the main character

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How does the central idea differ from the theme?

• Both A and C

• It includes character names and plot details

• It is a broad lesson applicable to life

• It is more specific to the story

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2