Exploring Themes and Characters

The theme is the author's 

• main idea

• message or lesson

• characters
• setting or place

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Read the following passage and determine a central theme. How is this theme conveyed through particular details? *"In the small village of Eldoria, the townspeople always helped each other. When the river flooded, everyone came together to build a dam. When crops failed, they shared their food. This sense of community was their greatest strength."*

• The importance of self-reliance

• The power of community and cooperation

• The inevitability of natural disasters

• The value of hard work

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CCSS.RL.6.2

Describe how the plot of the following story unfolds and how the main character changes as the plot moves toward a resolution. *"Lena was always afraid of speaking in public. When her teacher announced a class presentation, Lena felt her heart sink. She practiced every day, and when the day came, she spoke confidently and received applause from her classmates."*

• Lena remains afraid of public speaking throughout the story.

• Lena's fear of public speaking increases as the story progresses.

• Lena overcomes her fear of public speaking and gains confidence.

• Lena decides to avoid public speaking altogether.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "resilient" in the following sentence: *"Despite the many challenges they faced, the resilient villagers rebuilt their homes and lives after the storm."*

• Weak

• Flexible

• Determined

• Fragile

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CCSS.L.6.4A

Cite textual evidence to support the inference that the character is brave. *"As the flames grew higher, Sarah didn't hesitate. She ran into the burning building to save her little brother, ignoring the heat and smoke."*

• "Sarah didn't hesitate."

• "She ran into the burning building."

• "Ignoring the heat and smoke."

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.6.1

Analyze the character development of Tom in the following passage. How does he change from the beginning to the end? *"Tom was always quick to anger. He would shout at his friends and family over the smallest things. But after attending a meditation class, he learned to control his temper. Now, he takes deep breaths and thinks before he speaks."*

• Tom becomes more quick-tempered.

• Tom learns to control his anger.

• Tom becomes more isolated.

• Tom's temper remains unchanged.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

Determine the theme of the following text. *"In the heart of the forest, the animals lived in harmony. They shared resources and protected each other from danger. This unity ensured their survival through harsh winters and dry summers."*

• The importance of sharing and cooperation.

• The dangers of living in the forest.

• The struggle for survival in the wild.

• The beauty of nature.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "meticulous" in the following sentence: *"The artist was meticulous in her work, paying attention to every tiny detail to ensure her painting was perfect."*

• Careless

• Detailed

• Quick

• Lazy

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CCSS.L.6.4A

Cite textual evidence to support the inference that the character is resourceful. *"When the power went out, Jake quickly gathered candles, flashlights, and extra batteries. He set up a small cooking area with a portable stove and made sure everyone was comfortable."*

• "Jake quickly gathered candles, flashlights, and extra batteries."

• "He set up a small cooking area with a portable stove."

• "He made sure everyone was comfortable."

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is the resolution of the story? *"In the kingdom of Arendelle, Queen Elsa accidentally reveals her ice powers, causing eternal winter. Her sister Anna embarks on a journey to find Elsa and bring her back. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, but ultimately, Elsa learns to control her powers and restores summer."*

• Elsa remains isolated and never learns to control her powers.

• Anna gives up on finding Elsa.

• Elsa learns to control her powers and restores summer.

• The kingdom remains in eternal winter.

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CCSS.RL.6.3