Theme

Theme

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English

8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RI. 9-10.9, RL.11-12.3, RL.6.2

+7

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

The theme is the central message or lesson that the author wants the reader to learn from the story.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why might a story's theme be difficult to identify?

Back

Because it is not explicitly stated in the story.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can a story have more than one theme?

Back

Yes, a story can have multiple themes.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you infer the theme of a story?

Back

By analyzing the characters, plot, and setting, as well as the author's message.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a theme?

Back

One person can make a difference.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to infer a theme?

Back

To infer a theme means to deduce or conclude the underlying message based on evidence from the text.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are common themes found in literature?

Back

Common themes include love, friendship, conflict, sacrifice, and the struggle for identity.

Tags

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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