Exploring Themes in Literature

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Emma noticed that her friend, Lily, always shared her lunch with others who forgot theirs. Emma realized that kindness was a powerful way to make friends and create a positive environment." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Sharing is not important.

• Kindness can lead to friendship.

• Forgetting lunch is common.

• Emma dislikes sharing.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "During the storm, the old tree stood firm while the younger trees swayed and bent. The old tree had deep roots that kept it grounded." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Youth is better than age.

• Deep roots provide stability.

• Storms are dangerous.

• Trees should be cut down.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "After failing the test, Jack decided to study harder and ask for help. His efforts paid off when he aced the next exam." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Failure is inevitable.

• Hard work leads to success.

• Tests are unfair.

• Asking for help is unnecessary.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Sara always helped her neighbors with their groceries. In return, they helped her with her garden." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Gardening is difficult.

• Helping others can lead to mutual support.

• Neighbors are untrustworthy.

• Groceries are heavy.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Tom spent hours practicing the piano every day. Eventually, he became the best pianist in his class." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Practice makes perfect.

• Piano is easy to learn.

• Tom dislikes music.

• Classmates are competitive.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Anna always listened to her friends' problems and offered advice. Her friends appreciated her support and were always there for her in return." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Listening is a waste of time.

• Supportive friendships are valuable.

• Advice is not helpful.

• Friends are unreliable.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Despite the challenges, the team worked together and won the championship. Their unity was their strength." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Challenges are insurmountable.

• Teamwork leads to success.

• Championships are easy to win.

• Unity is overrated.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Lucy always saved a portion of her allowance. Over time, she was able to buy the bicycle she wanted." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Saving money is pointless.

• Patience and saving lead to rewards.

• Bicycles are expensive.

• Allowances are unnecessary.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Even when others doubted him, Mark believed in himself and achieved his goals." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Self-belief is crucial for success.

• Doubt is beneficial.

• Goals are unattainable.

• Others' opinions are always right.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Read the following passage and answer the question: "Jenny always took the time to understand different cultures. This made her more empathetic and open-minded." What theme can be inferred from the passage?

• Understanding cultures is unnecessary.

• Empathy and open-mindedness come from cultural understanding.

• Cultures are all the same.

• Jenny dislikes learning.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2