Analyzing Theme

The way the main character changes can help you determine the theme.

• True

• False

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Rohan triumphantly lifted the trophy above his head. Despite all the obstacles, he had won. Beneath his cheerful exterior, he felt a twinge of the constant pain he’d learned to live with. Almost unconsciously, Rohan removed one hand from the trophy and rubbed the thin red scar that snaked around his ankle. He thought back to the surgery and the weeks spent lying in his bed, unable to compete. The months of exercises to strengthen his leg. “Rohan!” he heard the crowd scream, as if in slow motion. A smile broke across Rohan’s face, shattering his thoughts. He returned his hand to his trophy, firmly grasping it. Which of the following is most likely a theme of the story?

• Some goals are too hard to achieve, even if you try many times.

• You need the support of your family to overcome challenges.

• Through determination, you can overcome big challenges.

• When you achieve a goal, you shouldn't brag about it.

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What is a possible theme of the text below?

• Individual expression is more important than the demands of societal norms and institutions.

• Freedom

• Creative requirements

• One should find inspiration from the church or your country for creative output.

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In your own words how does the theme differ from the topic of a story?

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Comparing themes across texts can reveal:

• The age group of the intended audience

• Differences and similarities in the treatment of universal issues

• The geographical locations where the stories are set

• The publishing companies of the books

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Identify the theme in the following passage: "The old man sat by the fire, reminiscing about his youth and the choices he had made, realizing that regret was a heavy burden to bear."

• The passage of time

• The importance of wealth

• The beauty of nature

• The inevitability of change

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In a historical fiction novel, the theme of "resilience in the face of adversity" is prominent. How does the author develop this theme over the course of the novel?

• By the characters' repeated successes

• Through characters overcoming increasingly difficult challenges

• By the use of symbolic objects

• Through the dialogue in the opening chapters

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

In a novel, the recurring motif of darkness and light is used. How does this motif help in developing the theme of "hope in despair"?

• By contrasting scenes of despair with hopeful outcomes

• By describing the physical appearance of characters

• Through detailed descriptions of the setting

• By outlining the historical context of the story

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Discuss how the author's use of first-person narrative impacts the development of the theme "isolation vs. connection" in a novel. Provide specific examples from the text.

• It allows insight into the protagonist's solitary thoughts

• It offers a variety of perspectives on events

• It describes the setting in detail

• It provides historical background

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Evaluate how the setting of a dystopian novel contributes to the theme of "individual vs. society." What specific aspects of the setting emphasize this theme?

• The oppressive political structures depicted

• The detailed descriptions of the landscape

• The technological advancements shown

• The daily routines of characters

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