Finding the Theme of a Story

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English
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7th Grade
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Hard
+20
Standards-aligned
Sarah Williams
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25 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How can analyzing plot structure help uncover the theme of a story?
By exploring the symbolism used in the story
By examining the characters and their development
By understanding the sequence of events and how they contribute to the overall message
By analyzing the setting and its significance
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How can exploring symbolism help uncover the theme of a story?
By determining the subject matter of the story
By understanding the sequence of events and how they contribute to the overall message
By analyzing the use of symbols and their deeper meanings
By examining the characters and their development
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What can symbolism in a story indicate?
The author's background and purpose
The plot structure
The characters' development
The theme and underlying message
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why is it important to identify the theme of a story?
To examine the details, symbols, character development, and plot progression
To analyze character development
To understand the topic or general content of the narrative
To appreciate the underlying meaning of the story
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
5.
DRAG AND DROP QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the theme of the story? (a)
Winning isn't everything. Cheaters never win.
Winning is everything.
Second place is not a winner.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the theme of a story represent?
The details, symbols, character development, and plot progression
The actions, dialogue, and thoughts of characters
The topic or general content of the narrative
The underlying message or moral lesson
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What are some elements of a story that can help identify the theme?
Conflict and resolution
Dialogue and plot structure
Author's background and purpose
Characters and setting
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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