Theme and Theme Statements Review

What word can be added into a theme statement to make it universal?

• Mrs. Thiveos

• We

• One

• You

Which elements describe theme? Check all that apply.

• The statement must be universal.

• The statement is the topic.

• The statement is written in a complete sentence.

• The statement only applies to readers in the USA

What is a topic?

• The same thing as the theme.

• Chaparral High School.

• A 1 or 2 word description describing what the text is about.

• The main character's ideas.

There are two types of theme, give me one...

The example of The Three Little Pigs has the following theme...

• Hard work pays off in the end.

• Building a house out of brick is the smartest thing.

• You need to ignore lazy people.

• If you come across a wolf, run!

What type of theme is stated directly in the text and sometimes even underlined?

• The thesis.

• Wonder theme.

• Implied theme.

• Stated theme.

With an implied theme the theme is not..........stated.

Which of the following statements about theme is FALSE?

• Theme is what a text teaches you.

• Theme reveals the truth about human nature.

• Theme has nothing to do with what the author wants us to know about life.

• Theme can be applied to many stories.

Which statement best represents a theme?

• One should never give up on their dreams, even when faced with challenges.

• The character experienced rejection based on her looks.

• Does she listen to the negative voices wanting her to fail?

• Misty Copeland is now a famous ballerina.

What was the theme of Michael Jordan's commercial, "Failure".

• Basketball is hard.

• One can fail and still become successful.

• Michael Jordan is not perfect.

• Michael was one of the best basketball players to ever play.