Which characterization best reinforces the theme of the importance of being prepared?

The hero spends a great deal of time training to defeat a villain.

The hero fights a villain who can control minds.

The hero lives in a society where every part of your life is planned out in advance.

The hero keeps dreaming about the problems he faces.

Which is an example of theme?

One person can make a difference.

The donkey was stubborn and did not change.

Missy knew she would always be grateful.

Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.

You can often infer the theme of a piece of literature by ...

evaluating how a character has changed

determining how the conflict has resolved

sharing a character's experience

A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been. What is the theme?

Always share your things with others.

In a piece of narrative text, what is the "theme"?

A message the author is trying to get across to the reader

Where and when the story happens

Which of the following is the BEST statement of a theme?

Cruelty might be disguised as kindness.

Stephanie invited her friends to her birthday party. She didn't know the new girl, but she thought it would be mean to leave her out. When the girl came to Stephanie's house, her mom brought in a huge cake and pizza for all. She told Stephanie thank you for inviting her daughter!

Kind deeds can reward you in many ways

Actions speak louder than words

Jorge had to go to the eye doctor and get glasses. At school the next day, he took them off for recess and left them outside. When he arrived home that day his mom asked where his glasses were and Jorge told her he lost them at school. She made him mow the yard and take out the trash to earn money for a new pair.

Be responsible and thoughtful with your possessions

Being honest doesn't always work

Jorge should have been more responsible

Which of the following is NOT an example of a theme?

The little boy lied to his mother.

Treat others the way you want to be treated.

With hard work, you can accomplish anything.

You shouldn't judge a book by its cover.

One way you could figure out the theme is to...

Think about what the character has learned

Just read the beginning of the story

What is the main difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA.

Theme is a universal lesson and main idea is what a story is about.

Theme is what a story is about and main idea is the universal lesson it teaches.

Which best describes the relationship between "themes" and "morals?"

Morals are communicated through action; themes are communicated through dialogue

Themes are designed to teach morals

A theme is made up of repeated morals

Which characterization best reinforces the theme of the importance of being prepared?

The hero spends a great deal of time training to defeat a villain

The hero lives in a society where every part of your life is planned out in advance

The hero fights a villain who can control minds

The hero keeps dreaming about the problems he faces

Which of the following is least likely to be a theme in a novel about young people going to war?

Stealth bombers aren't worth their high cost

Loss of innocence is the first casualty of violence

Friendship is essential to surviving terrible conflict

Violence is rarely the right answer

You and your friend found two different themes. You can both be right if

You both have evidence to support them

Both themes have the same subject

What is the definition of climax?

the struggle between two characters

the point when the conflict is resolved

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

Connor overcame his obstacles with a change in mindset.

Sally took a bad situation and made the most of it.

Thankful

People's decisions are often an indication of their true character.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is theme?

Message about life that the author expresses

Sequence of events

Main events

Time, location, and mood of a story

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which is an example of a theme?

Inequality

The town of Mystic Falls wants justice.

Jack hopes that his hard work will pay off.

Your past does not define you.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What does theme add to a story?

A sense of location

Motivation for the characters

An important message

Dialogue for the characters

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. But the oldest fly stays back. The two flies tease the older fly, but then get stuck in the honey.
What is the theme of this story?

Some prizes aren't worth it.

Insects value food over safety.

Overeating leads to illness.

Always send a tester.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Choose the BEST answer: A story's main theme might be difficult to figure out because...

Authors rarely want the reader to figure it out.

Only complicated, adult stories have themes.

It has little to do with plot, characters, and other story elements.

It is rarely stated explicitly.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following could be a theme of a story?

A 35-year-old woman named Essie and her brother.

Telling the truth may cause you pain, but in the end, it's better than lying.

A small apartment in McMinnville, Tennessee.

Essie lied to her brother about her identity for two years, but she finally decided to tell him the truth.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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Plot, Theme, Perspective & POV

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

What is theme?

Which is an example of a theme?

What does theme add to a story?

Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. But the oldest fly stays back. The two flies tease the older fly, but then get stuck in the honey.What is the theme of this story?

Choose the BEST answer: A story's main theme might be difficult to figure out because...

Which of the following could be a theme of a story?

Which characterization best reinforces the theme of the importance of being prepared?

What is the theme of this story?

Which is an example of theme?

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