Finding the Theme

Author's use themes to try and teach the reader ways to be happy or successful in life.

Which example below is a lesson the author would LIKELY want a reader to learn.

• Homework is pointless and everyone hates it.

• Arrogance can have consequences, but being humble is rewarded.

• It is okay to lie if it means you will be successful.

• Teamwork never helped anyone.

Which two questions are used to help a reader find the theme of a story? (Pick two answers)

• What did the character say and do?

• What is the character wearing?

• How did the setting impact the character?

• What were the consequences of the character's actions?

True or False: Themes are written in complete sentences, can be used by anyone, and DO NOT have character names in them.

• True

• False

In your opinion, which theme would be the best for a person to be happier or more successful in their life?

• With teamwork nothing is impossible.

• Don't be mean or bad things can happen to you.

• True love wins in the end.

The TWO most important questions for a reader to ask when finding the theme are: (pick two)

• What did the character say and do?

• Does the character have a best friend?

• What were the consequences of the character's action?

• Was the character a good person or bad person?