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Determining Theme

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5th Grade

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Determining Theme
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is an example of a specific theme?

Overcoming fears through friendship.

The importance of family bonds.

The struggle for power and control.

The journey of self-discovery.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is a common mistake when identifying a theme?

Confusing it with plot details.

Focusing only on character development.

Ignoring the author's intent.

Overanalyzing the setting.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why is it important to understand the theme of a story?

It helps readers connect with the message and purpose of the story.

It makes the story longer and more complex.

It allows readers to ignore the characters' motivations.

It provides a summary of the plot.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What should you avoid when defining a theme?

Being too general.

Being overly specific.

Using complex language.

Including too many ideas.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why should themes not be too broad or general?

It makes them harder to understand.

It makes them more interesting.

It allows for more creativity.

It simplifies the analysis.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How can you identify a theme in a story?

By analyzing the setting and background details.

By focusing on the climax and the main character learning a lesson.

By counting the number of characters in the story.

By summarizing the plot in one sentence.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Can a story have multiple themes?

Yes, a story can explore several themes.

No, a story can only have one theme.

A story can have themes, but they must be related.

Themes in a story are irrelevant to its plot.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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