Theme and Main Idea Quiz

Which of the following is a common theme in stories?

• The weather

• Friendship

• A character's name

• The setting

What should you look for to find the theme of a story?

• The title of the story

• The actions and choices of characters

• The number of pages

• The author's name

Which question helps you find the theme of a story?

• What is the setting of the story?

• What message is the author trying to teach me?

• How many characters are in the story?

• What is the title of the story?

What is the theme of a story where a girl practices hard and eventually makes the basketball team?

• Basketball is fun

• Never give up / Hard work pays off

• Girls are better at sports

• Teams are important

Which of the following is NOT a common theme in stories?

• Courage

• Honesty

• The color of a character's shirt

• Perseverance

What is the main idea of a story where Marcus sits with a lonely classmate at lunch?

• Marcus likes to eat

• A boy sits with a lonely classmate at lunch

• Marcus is very popular

• Lunch is Marcus's favorite time

What should you do to make an inference about the theme of a story?

• Count the number of pages

• Read the story carefully and think about what characters learn

• Look at the pictures only

• Skip to the end of the story

What question would help you determine the theme of a story?

• What is the main conflict in the story?

• What is the author's favorite color?

• What is the font size of the text?

• How many chapters are in the book?

Which of the following is an example of a theme in literature?

• Bravery in the face of danger

• The author's biography

• The number of pages

• The book's price

How can you identify the theme of a story about a boy who learns to share his toys?

• By counting the toys

• By understanding the importance of sharing

• By checking the boy's age

• By noting the color of the toys