Why is a theme called a "universal truth"?

Because it is a lesson many people learn

Which of the following best describes a theme in a story?

The main idea that shows what the author thinks or wonders about life.

The number of chapters in the story.

Why might an author include a theme in their story?

To share their opinion or ask a big question about life.

What do the images on the page suggest about the theme?

The theme can be about big questions that people wonder about.

The theme is always about animals.

The theme is about computers only.

The theme is about drawing pictures.

What is a theme in a story?

The main idea or message of the story

Does an author's theme always have to agree with your own beliefs?

No, it may not agree with your beliefs

If a story is skillfully written, what will it have?

A theme that shows something about real life

Which of the following is true about themes in a story?

Themes are not explicitly or clearly stated.

Themes include the names of the characters from the story.

Themes always tell you exactly what happened.

What do themes NOT do in a story?

Include the names of the characters.

What does the theme "good vs. evil" usually show in a story?

The difference between right and wrong

How can the theme "circle of life" be shown in a story?

By showing how living things are born, grow, and change

By teaching how to count numbers

By showing how to paint a picture

If the topic is courage, which of the following could be a theme lesson?

Have the courage to reach out and help others.

Have the courage to eat ice cream.

Have the courage to sleep late.

If you wanted to create a story with the theme "have the courage to stand up for yourself," what might the story be about?

A child who speaks up when something is wrong.

What is the theme of the story?

Winning isn't everything. Cheaters never win.

What is the theme of this story?

Necessity is the mother of invention.

Slowly but surely wins the race.

What is the theme of this story?

Look both ways before crossing the street.

Necessity is the mother of invention.

One good turn deserves another.

What is the theme of this story?

Have as much fun as you can before you die.

What is the theme of this story?

Help others because what goes around comes around.

What is the theme of this story?

We are stronger together than we are apart.

Slowly but surely wins the race.

If you try to go on your own, you will get eaten by a big fish.

Test on Theme

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English

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1st Grade

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Practice Problem

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Easy

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CCSS

RL.3.9, RL.4.2, RL.4.9

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Fred Odell

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the word "theme" mean?

How an author approaches a topic.

The name of a book.

The place where a story happens.

The main character in a story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If you are reading a story, what are you looking for when you try to find the theme?

The way the author talks about the topic.

The number of pages in the book.

The color of the book cover.

The name of the author.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

It helps you understand what the author wants to say.

It tells you how many chapters are in the book.

It shows you the pictures in the book.

It tells you the price of the book.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can themes be found?

Only in books

Only in movies

Only in art

In literature, art, movies, and more

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Can a story have more than one theme?

No, only one

Yes, it can have multiple themes

Only in movies

Only in art

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If you read a story about sharing, what could the theme be?

Sharing is important

The color of the book

The number of characters

The author’s name

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a theme?

A lesson people learn through experiences

A type of animal

A kind of food

A place to visit

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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Test on Theme

35 questions

What does the word "theme" mean?

If you are reading a story, what are you looking for when you try to find the theme?

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

Where can themes be found?

Can a story have more than one theme?

If you read a story about sharing, what could the theme be?

What is a theme?

Which of the following best describes a theme?

Why is a theme called a "universal truth"?

Which of the following best describes a theme in a story?

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