Determine the Central Message

What is the central message of this story?

• Don't steal.

• Don't judge others.

• Being beautiful is the most important thing.

• Swans are prettier than ducks.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the central message of this story?

• Respect your elders.

• Don't steal.

• Don't be lazy.

• Help others because what goes around comes around.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the central message of this story?

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

• Don't be lazy.

• Our friends are always there for us.

• Turtles are faster than rabbits.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Two baby geese are out walking by the pond. The first gosling jumps right in the pond and swims around. The second gosling is too afraid. The first gosling shows the other how to jump in. The second gosling is still afraid. Finally, he gets enough nerve to jump in! He loves the water! What is the central message?

• Don't be greedy

• Don't be afraid to try something

• Sharing is caring

• Swimming is lots of fun!

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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

One day, I was at the store with my mom. She let me choose a candy bar to eat. I begged her for two candy bars. When she said no, I threw a fit. Then she said that I couldn’t get any candy. What did I learn?

• Always be honest

• Never give up

• Sharing is caring

• Don't be greedy

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the central message of a story?

• The effect of an action

• The cause of an action

• The lesson, moral, or message

• The differences between things

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

A young boy named Tim was always afraid of speaking in front of the class. One day, his teacher asked him to present his project. Tim was nervous but decided to give it a try. After his presentation, his classmates applauded, and he felt proud. What is the central message?

• A) Always be prepared

• B) Face your fears

• C) Practice makes perfect

• D) Teamwork is important

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Sarah found a stray kitten in the rain and decided to take it home. She fed it, gave it a warm place to sleep, and soon the kitten became her best friend. What is the central message?

• A) Kindness can lead to friendship

• B) Always follow the rules

• C) Cats are better than dogs

• D) Never trust strangers

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

In a small village, everyone was busy with their own work and never helped each other. One day, a big storm hit, and they realized they needed to work together to rebuild their homes. What is the central message?

• A) Hard work pays off

• B) Unity is strength

• C) Always be cautious

• D) Nature is unpredictable

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9