Theme Practice

Can a story have more than one theme?

• Yes, a story can have multiple themes.

• No, a story can only have one theme.

• It depends on the author's intention.

• Only if it is a series of stories.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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CCSS.RL.5.9

What does it mean to infer the theme of a story?

• To identify the main character's name and role in the story.

• To deduce the underlying message or lesson based on the story's events and characters.

• To summarize the plot in a few sentences.

• To analyze the author's writing style and techniques.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What does it mean to evaluate how a character has changed?

• It means to analyze the character's development and how their experiences have influenced them.

• It means to summarize the character's actions throughout the story.

• It means to compare the character to other characters in the story.

• It means to predict what the character will do next based on their past actions.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

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CCSS.RL.7.3

What role does conflict play in determining a theme?

• Conflict has no impact on the theme.

• Conflict helps to reveal the theme by showing how characters respond to challenges.

• Conflict only serves to create tension without affecting the theme.

• Conflict is irrelevant to character development.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is a common theme in children's literature?

• The importance of kindness

• The value of money

• The thrill of adventure

• The significance of competition

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the difference between a theme and a topic?

• A theme is the subject matter of the story, while a topic is the underlying message.

• A theme is a recurring idea, while a topic is a specific event.

• A theme is the underlying message, while a topic is the subject matter of the story.

• A theme is a character's journey, while a topic is the setting of the story.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How can you identify the theme of a story?

• By evaluating character changes, conflicts, and resolutions.

• By analyzing the author's background and intentions.

• By focusing solely on the setting and time period.

• By summarizing the plot in a few sentences.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

True or False: Themes can be found in both fiction and nonfiction.

• True, themes can exist in both types of literature.

• False, themes are exclusive to fiction.

• True, but only in nonfiction.

• False, themes are only found in poetry.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is an example of a theme in a story?

• Friendship is important

• It was a dark and stormy night

• The hero always wins

• Love conquers all

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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CCSS.RL.5.9

What is a moral of a story?

• A moral is a lesson that can be learned from the story's events.

• A moral is the main character's name.

• A moral is the setting of the story.

• A moral is the title of the story.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5