Theme

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What is a theme in a story?

Back

A theme is the underlying message or main idea that the author wants to convey through the story.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

Give an example of a theme.

Back

One example of a theme is 'Your past does not define you.'

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the theme 'Friendship helps people get through hard times' suggest?

Back

It suggests that having friends can provide support during difficult times.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the difference between a theme and a plot?

Back

The plot is the sequence of events in a story, while the theme is the central idea or message.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

Identify a theme from the story of 'The little boy who cried wolf.'

Back

The theme is that lying can lead to serious consequences.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the theme 'One person can make a difference' imply?

Back

It implies that individual actions can have a significant impact on the world.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How can a character's decisions reflect the theme of a story?

Back

A character's decisions often reveal their true nature and can illustrate the story's theme.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is an example of a theme related to personal growth?

Back

'Overcoming obstacles leads to personal growth' is an example of such a theme.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the theme of 'People's decisions are often an indication of their true character'?

Back

This theme suggests that our choices reveal who we really are.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How can themes be identified in a story?

Back

Themes can be identified by looking for recurring ideas, messages, or lessons throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2