Theme Assessment Reading

True or False: The theme is usually stated by the author?

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the definition of theme?

• A universal truth, moral, or idea the author wants to express.

• Events that occur within the story

• Author's reason for writing the story

• Location of the stories

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is the theme of this clip? Remember a theme is a sentence.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the theme of this clip? Remember a theme is a sentence.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the theme of this clip? Remember a theme is a sentence long.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

What are universal themes in literature?

• Recurring ideas or concepts found across different cultures and time periods that explore fundamental human experiences and emotions.

• Limited to a single emotion

• Only related to non-human experiences

• Specific to one culture and time period

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Give an example of a universal theme in a popular book or movie.

• The importance of friendship in a dystopian society

• The struggle between good and evil

• The impact of climate change on a small town

• The struggle for power within a royal family

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why is it important to explore universal themes in literature?

• To limit the scope of literature and exclude diverse perspectives

• To make the story less relatable and engaging for readers

• To help readers connect with the story on a deeper level and understand the human experience across different cultures and time periods.

• To discourage readers from exploring different cultures and time periods

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How can universal themes in literature relate to real life?

• Universal themes in literature relate to real life by providing no insight into the human condition and emotions

• Universal themes in literature relate to real life by only focusing on fictional and unrealistic scenarios

• Universal themes in literature relate to real life by being completely irrelevant and disconnected from human experiences

• Universal themes in literature can relate to real life by reflecting common human experiences and emotions, and providing insight into the human condition.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2