Exploring Themes and Perspectives in Literature

What is the main theme of a story where a hero goes on a journey to defeat a villain?

• Friendship

• The quest

• Love

• Mystery

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which point of view uses "I" and "we" in the narration?

• First-person

• Second-person

• Third-person

• Omniscient

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What does the phrase "Herculean task" mean?

• A simple task

• A task requiring great strength

• A task that is impossible

• A task that is boring

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

What is the purpose of writing a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end?

• To confuse the reader

• To entertain the reader

• To organize the story

• To make the story longer

When comparing two stories, what should you look for in their themes?

• The number of characters

• The setting of the stories

• Similarities and differences

• The length of the stories

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CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.3.9

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

Which narration style is used when the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters?

• First-person

• Second-person

• Third-person limited

• Third-person omniscient

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What does the word "Odyssey" refer to in literature?

• A short story

• A long journey

• A type of poem

• A character's name

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

Why is it important to have a clear purpose when writing?

• To make the writing longer

• To confuse the reader

• To ensure the writing is focused

• To use more words

What is a common theme in stories about good versus evil?

• Friendship

• Conflict

• Humor

• Mystery

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which point of view is used when the narrator is not a character in the story?

• First-person

• Second-person

• Third-person

• Omniscient

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6