Literary Elements Theme

True or False? There can be many themes found in one story.

• True

• False

When something in the story represents something else

• Symbolism

• Flashback

• Stanza

• Inference

when the author goes back in time and describes an earlier event or scene is called...

• foreshadowing

• suspense

• flashback

• exposition

What is the main theme of a story that focuses on a character's journey to self-discovery?

• Friendship

• Courage

• Identity

• Love

In a story, if a character is described as having a "heart of stone," what does this imply about the character?

• The character is very strong.

• The character is unfeeling or cold.

• The character is very brave.

• The character is very wise.

Analyze the following theme: "The importance of family." Which of the following motifs might support this theme?

• A character who travels alone.

• A recurring image of a family dinner.

• A character who is always at work.

• A setting in a bustling city.

In a story where the main character learns the value of honesty, which event would best illustrate this theme?

• The character wins a race by cheating.

• The character tells the truth and gains a friend.

• The character lies and gets away with it.

• The character steals and is not caught.

Consider a story where the motif of "light and darkness" is used. What might the darkness symbolize in this context?

• Happiness

• Mystery

• Evil or ignorance

• Wealth

Which of the following best describes the role of a motif in literature?

• A motif is a character's main goal.

• A motif is a recurring element that has symbolic significance.

• A motif is the main conflict in the story.

• A motif is the setting of the story.

If a story's theme is "the struggle for freedom," which of the following scenarios would best illustrate this theme?

• A character who is trying to escape from a locked room.

• A character who is learning to play the piano.

• A character who is baking a cake.

• A character who is reading a book.