Discovering Themes in Short Stories

What is the main theme of the story?

• Friendship

• Courage

• Honesty

• Perseverance

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which detail from the story supports the theme of perseverance?

• The main character gives up easily.

• The main character keeps trying despite challenges.

• The main character is afraid of the dark.

• The main character makes a new friend.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What lesson does the main character learn by the end of the story?

• It's okay to quit when things get tough.

• Hard work and determination pay off.

• Friends are more important than family.

• Honesty is the best policy.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the setting of the story contribute to the theme?

• It provides a relaxing environment.

• It presents obstacles that the character must overcome.

• It is a magical place with no challenges.

• It is a place where the character feels lonely.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which character trait helps the main character succeed in the story?

• Laziness

• Determination

• Fearfulness

• Dishonesty

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a key event that highlights the theme of perseverance?

• The main character wins a prize without effort.

• The main character faces a difficult challenge and overcomes it.

• The main character decides to take a nap.

• The main character goes on a vacation.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the main character's attitude change throughout the story?

• From hopeful to hopeless

• From determined to lazy

• From discouraged to determined

• From happy to sad

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

What role do the supporting characters play in the story?

• They discourage the main character.

• They help the main character persevere.

• They ignore the main character.

• They compete against the main character.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

Which of the following is NOT a supporting detail for the theme of perseverance?

• The main character practices every day.

• The main character gives up after the first try.

• The main character learns from mistakes.

• The main character seeks advice from others.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the outcome of the main character's perseverance?

• The main character fails and gives up.

• The main character achieves their goal.

• The main character decides to try something else.

• The main character loses interest.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3