Identifying Themes in Literature

Identifying Themes in Literature

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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This video tutorial focuses on identifying themes in literature. It explains the concept of theme as the underlying message or lesson in a text, distinct from a moral. The video outlines methods to identify themes, such as looking for recurring ideas, considering conflicts and resolutions, and reflecting on character development. Three practice exercises are provided: teamwork, overcoming fear, and honesty. Each practice involves identifying the theme based on given scenarios. The video concludes with instructions for a worksheet to further practice theme identification.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of identifying a theme in a text?

To understand the author's writing style

To grasp the underlying message or lesson

To memorize the plot details

To analyze the characters' dialogues

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is a theme different from a moral?

A theme is about characters, while a moral is about the plot

A theme is a universal statement, while a moral is a specific lesson

A theme is always positive, while a moral can be negative

A theme is a plot twist, while a moral is a conclusion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a method to identify a theme?

Looking for recurring ideas

Analyzing the main conflict

Counting the number of characters

Observing character development

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you consider when identifying a theme related to character change?

The author's biography

The length of the story

The characters' learning and growth

The setting of the story

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the treehouse story, what is the main theme?

The joy of childhood

The importance of individual skills

The value of teamwork

The challenge of construction

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What clue helps identify the theme in the treehouse story?

The friends' argument

The treehouse's design

The friends working together

The tools used for building

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What lesson does the young girl learn in the public speaking story?

The importance of silence

The power of practice and support

The need for perfection

The value of solitude

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