Theme and Summarizing Fiction

Which is the most accurate summary of the text?

• Mia and Jacob often help their father with the lighthouse and enjoy the peaceful view of the sea.

• A thick fog made it hard for a ship to see the lighthouse light, but Mia and Jacob used lanterns to guide it to safety.

• Mia and Jacob’s father works at the lighthouse, where they often play and watch the ships sail by.

• Mia and Jacob helped their father clean the lighthouse and kept the light shining brightly.

Which detail is most important to the plot of the story? (When you think "plot" think "event")

• Mia and Jacob lived near the sea.

• The fog made it difficult to see.

• Mia and Jacob used lanterns to help the ship avoid the rocks.

• The lighthouse light was turned to full brightness.

Which two sentences best summarize paragraph 3?

• The lighthouse light was bright, but the fog made it hard to see. Mia suggested using lanterns to signal the ship.

• Mia and Jacob were playing when they heard a loud horn. They knew a ship was in danger.

• Their father turned the lighthouse light on, but the fog was too thick for the ship to see it. Mia and Jacob used lanterns to guide the ship away from the rocks.

• Mia grabbed the lanterns while Jacob watched the fog.

What is the best theme of the passage?

• Bravery and teamwork can solve problems.

• Nature is unpredictable and dangerous.

• Family bonds are the most important thing.

• It is important to follow directions.

Which details support the development of the theme in the text?

• Mia suggested using lanterns, and Jacob helped by running to get them.

• The ship was in danger, but the lighthouse light wasn’t bright enough to guide it.

• The fog was so thick that the ship could not see the shore.

• Mia and Jacob often helped their father at the lighthouse.

Which is the most accurate summary of the text?

• Lily and Aaron had a peaceful hike through the forest and enjoyed the scenery.

• Lily and Aaron got lost while exploring a new trail but stayed calm and were found by Sam. They learned to stay calm in a scary situation.

• Lily and Aaron packed carefully for their hike and followed the map closely to stay on track.

• Lily and Aaron had a long hike through the forest and got tired before returning home.

Which detail is most important to the plot of the story?

• Lily and Aaron got lost after missing a turn on the trail.

• Lily and Aaron packed snacks and water before their hike.

• They rested in a clearing after a long day of hiking.

• Sam noticed they had not returned and went looking for them.

Which two sentences best summarize paragraph 3?

• Lily and Aaron rested by a large oak tree. They used the map to figure out how to get back.

• Aaron suggested checking the map by a large tree. Lily thought they had missed a turn and wanted to go back.

• They retraced their steps and found the path quickly. Lily and Aaron stayed calm while searching for the trail.

• Lily and Aaron were not sure where they were, so they decided to check the map. The sun was setting, and they knew they were lost.

What is a theme in the passage?

• Nature is unpredictable and can be dangerous.

• Family is the most reliable source of help.

• Perseverance and teamwork can help overcome difficult situations.

• It’s important to follow instructions carefully.

Which details support the development of the theme in the text?

• Sam came looking for them when they didn’t return, and they followed him back to the trail.

• Lily stayed calm when they got lost, and Aaron suggested checking the map.

• Lily and Aaron packed snacks, water, and a map before starting their hike.

• Lily and Aaron chose to sit and rest in a clearing when they couldn’t find their way.