Main Idea vs. Theme

Identify the main idea: 'The book is about a boy who discovers a hidden talent.'

• The book is about a boy who discovers a hidden talent.

• The book is about a girl who learns to dance.

• The book is about a family that goes on vacation.

• The book is about a dog that saves its owner.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Choose the main idea from the following: 'The sun rises in the east.'

• This is a main idea.

• This is a minor detail.

• This is an opinion.

• This is a question.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Is this an example of theme or main idea? 'George tries to take care of Lennie but eventually realizes that he can’t.'

• Theme

• Main Idea

• Character Development

• Conflict Resolution

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

Choose the theme from the following: 'Slow and steady wins the race.'

• Hard work always pays off.

• Patience and perseverance lead to success.

• Quick decisions lead to victory.

• Luck is more important than effort.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the term 'Theme' refer to in literature?

• A narrative structure that outlines the plot of a story.

• The underlying message or insight about life that the author expresses.

• The physical setting where the story takes place.

• The characters and their development throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

Is this an example of theme or main idea? 'The choices you make always have consequences.'

• Theme

• Main Idea

• Moral Lesson

• Narrative Point

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is an example of a main idea in a paragraph?

• The benefits of exercise include improved health and mood.

• Many people enjoy various types of exercise.

• Exercise can be done in many forms, such as running or swimming.

• Some people prefer to exercise alone rather than in groups.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

Choose the theme from the following: 'Love conquers all.'

• This is a theme.

• This is a plot twist.

• This is a character development.

• This is a setting.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

Identify the theme: 'Friendship is important.'

• This is a theme.

• This is a character trait.

• This is a plot twist.

• This is a setting.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the difference between main idea and theme?

• Main idea is a summary of the text, while theme is a deeper message or lesson.

• Main idea is the main character, while theme is the setting of the story.

• Main idea is the title of the text, while theme is the author's name.

• Main idea is the conclusion of the text, while theme is the introduction.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.2