Which of the following details can support the theme of perseverance in a story?

The main character overcomes obstacles through hard work and determination

The main character gives up after facing a challenge

The setting of the story is in a peaceful countryside

The story ends with a celebration party

In a piece of narrative text, what is the "theme"?

A message the author is trying to get across to the reader

Where and when the story happens

You are given a short story where a young protagonist overcomes their fear of the dark by discovering the beauty of the stars. What could be a potential theme of this story?

Overcoming personal fears can lead to new discoveries.

The importance of technology in modern society.

Friendship is necessary for personal growth.

The impact of nature on human emotions.

What is a theme in a story?

The central message or lesson that the story conveys

The main characters in the story

The sequence of events in the story

How can you identify the theme of a story?

By examining the actions and outcomes of the main characters

By counting the number of pages

By focusing on the illustrations only

A story ends with the main character realizing that sharing with others makes him happier than being wealthy. What is the theme?

Sharing brings more joy than possessing.

Wealth is the key to happiness.

Being poor is better than being rich.

Which question would NOT help in identifying the theme of a story?

What are the names of all the characters?

What challenges do the characters face?

What lessons do the characters learn?

How do the characters change throughout the story?

Why is it important to determine the theme of a story?

To understand the deeper meaning or message of the story

To learn about the author's life

To know how many characters are in the story

Which of these things is not related to the "theme" in a story?

a "life lesson" the main character learns

a big idea that people from any culture or any place can understand

Which of the following best describes the theme of a story where a character learns to appreciate the small joys in life after losing everything?

B) Small joys can bring great happiness.

A) Material wealth is the key to happiness.

In a story where the protagonist learns the value of friendship after being isolated, what is the theme likely to be?

C) Success is more important than relationships.

What is the theme of a story where a character discovers that honesty leads to trust and stronger relationships?

C) Relationships are complicated.

If a story's main character learns to overcome fear by facing challenges, what theme does this suggest?

C) Overcoming fear leads to growth.

A) Fear is a natural part of life.

B) Challenges should be avoided.

D) Avoiding challenges is wise.

Which of the following questions would help identify the theme of a story?

B) What challenges do the characters face?

A) What is the setting of the story?

C) What are the characters' names?

D) How many pages does the story have?

Inferring Theme

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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, CCSS.RL.2.10, DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

+8

Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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25 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The theme is always said in the story?

True

False

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

Lucy is a superhero. There is an evil villain approaching Lucy's small-town of Gray. Lucy hears of this news, and she instantly begins training so she can defeat him.
What theme can we take away from this summary of a story?

Friendship is important.

Treat others how you would like to be treated.

You must work hard to reach your goals.

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

When determining a theme, the reader should first consider...

the illustrations

the subject or topic

the title

the length of the story

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

4.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The theme is the _ or _ the author wants readers to take away from the story.

topic

moral

lesson

subject

coffee

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

If a theme is NOT stated directly, what skill must readers use to find it?

Reading

Outlining

Diagramming

Inferencing

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The theme of a story bust be inferred (figured out) by the reader because it is not clearly stated to the reader.

True

False

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

A story revolves around a character who overcomes fear to achieve a goal. What theme does this suggest?

Fear is unnecessary.

Overcoming obstacles is part of life.

Bravery leads to success.

Goals are difficult to achieve.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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Inferring Theme

25 questions

The theme is always said in the story?

Lucy is a superhero. There is an evil villain approaching Lucy's small-town of Gray. Lucy hears of this news, and she instantly begins training so she can defeat him.What theme can we take away from this summary of a story?

When determining a theme, the reader should first consider...

The theme is the _______ or _______ the author wants readers to take away from the story.

If a theme is NOT stated directly, what skill must readers use to find it?

The theme of a story bust be inferred (figured out) by the reader because it is not clearly stated to the reader.

A story revolves around a character who overcomes fear to achieve a goal. What theme does this suggest?

Which of the following details can support the theme of perseverance in a story?

In a piece of narrative text, what is the "theme"?

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

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Lucy is a superhero. There is an evil villain approaching Lucy's small-town of Gray. Lucy hears of this news, and she instantly begins training so she can defeat him.
What theme can we take away from this summary of a story?

The theme is the _ or _ the author wants readers to take away from the story.