In a story where a character shares his lunch with a friend who forgot theirs, what lesson is likely being taught?

The importance of eating healthy

What is the theme of this story?

It is better to take your time and do it right then to rush and fail.

Our friends are always there for us.

Turtles are faster than rabbits.

A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been. What is the theme?

Always share your things with others.

The Hen Who Laid Golden Eggs Once upon a time, a man had a wonderful hen that laid a golden egg every day. But he wasn't happy with this. He thought that the hen must have a treasure inside her. He killed the hen and cut her open, only to find that she was just like other chickens inside. Now he was very unhappy. What is the moral of the story?

Good farmers take care of their hens.

It was a special day in Yosemite Elementary. Devon, a famous basketball player, was visiting the school and speaking to the third-grade students. Devon was also going to pick some kids for a weeklong basketball camp. That day, all the third graders behaved the best they could. Even the kids who never liked basketball, like Ty, tried to play. Ty wanted to look cool in front of his friends. Although he knew nothing about the game, he tried it. When Ty fell and nearly broke his arm, his teacher Mrs. Ramirez pulled him aside. "What are you doing, Ty?" Mrs. Ramirez asked kindly as she checked on his arm. "Oh, I was—trying—," Ty replied. He knew chess was his thing not basketball. "Ty, other famous people will visit your class," his teacher said. "Maybe we will have a chess player here one day. Don't try to be what you are not just to look cool." Ty knew that his teacher was right. From that day, Ty just wanted to be himself. What is the lesson of this selection?

It is best to always be yourself.

Tara and Millie wanted to have a snack after school. "I want chocolate ice cream!" Tara said. "Me, too!" Millie said. Both girls raced to the kitchen. Tara got the ice cream out of the freezer. Millie got the bowls, spoons, and ice cream scoop. When Tara looked into the ice cream container, she saw that there was only enough for one serving of ice cream. She really wanted the chocolate ice cream. It was her absolute favorite snack in the world. "You know, I think I would rather have cookies," Tara told Millie. She gave the ice cream container to Millie and got some cookies out of the cupboard for herself. What is the moral of this story?

Think of others before you think of yourself.

Cookies are better than chocolate ice cream.

Snacking before dinner will ruin your appetite.

Do not give in if you want something badly.

The best definition of theme is...

The message the author is sending.

The lesson the author is teaching.

A word that summarizes the story.

One way you could figure out the theme is to...

Think about what the character has learned

Just read the beginning of the story

In a story where a character learns to manage their time better after missing an important deadline, what lesson is likely being emphasized?

The consequences of procrastination

What is the central message of a story where a character learns to forgive a friend who made a mistake?

The benefits of holding grudges

In a story where a character learns to appreciate nature after a camping trip, what lesson is likely being taught?

The benefits of staying indoors

Central Message Practice

Quiz

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English

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3rd Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS.RL.3.9, DOK Level 1: Recall, CCSS.RL.1.10

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Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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25 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Honesty

Compassion

Forgiveness

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Love

Giving

Courage

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Kindness

Survival

Hard Work

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Self- Control

Loyalty

Friendship

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the central message of a story where a young girl learns the importance of honesty after telling a lie that leads to a misunderstanding?

The importance of friendship

The value of honesty

The consequences of stealing

The need for education

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the central message of this story?

Necessity is the mother of invention.

Don't steal.

Respect your elders.

Slowly but surely wins the race.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the central message of a story where a character learns to overcome their fear of speaking in public?

The importance of communication

The value of education

The benefits of silence

The need for bravery

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

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