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THEME

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 8hrs 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The space travelers were travelling to the moon, when their spaceship suddenly ran out of fuel. They were all frightened to learn that they wouldn’t be able to return to Earth, and could only land on the moon.

a)

Theme of fear

b)

Theme of adventure

c)

Theme of space exploration

d)

Theme of isolation

2.

Which of these is a theme of happiness?

a)

When the astronaut landed on the moon, he felt loneliness. Thinking there was no one else, he became a little forlorned, though the view of Earth was stunningly beautiful.

b)

All the family members were dressed in black, with somber faces. They were participating in the funeral ceremony of their deceased relative.

c)

The religious leader was leading a huge congregation of followers, praying with utmost humility.

d)

Their marriage ceremony was taking place in a grand hotel. All the eminent people of the city were invited, the reason that the celebration was excellent.

3.

“I was a child and she was a child,

In this kingdom by the sea,

But we loved with a love that was more than love—

I and my Annabel Lee—

With a love that the wingèd seraphs of Heaven

Coveted her and me.”

a)

theme of loss

b)

theme of love

c)

theme of freedom

d)

theme of heaven

4.

Which of these is a theme of gloom?

a)

Their marriage ceremony was taking place in a grand hotel. All the eminent people of the city were invited, the reason that the celebration was excellent.

b)

All the family members were dressed in black, with somber faces. They were participating in the funeral ceremony of their deceased relative.

c)

The general commanded his troops to open fire at the enemy, and to kill each and every soldier of the combatants.

d)

Only the laborers were working on Labor Day.

5.

The cricket match was reaching a highpoint, the fans of both teams screaming their support. It was an excellent game.

a)

theme of sporting events

b)

theme of hatred

c)

theme of success

d)

theme of cheerfulness

6.

Which of these is the theme of optimism?

a)

The religious leader was leading a huge congregation of followers, praying with utmost humility.

b)

The teacher said that she hoped all of her students would pass with good grades.

c)

The space travelers were travelling to the moon, when their spaceship suddenly ran out of fuel. They were all frightened to learn that they wouldn’t be able to return to Earth, and could only land on the moon.

d)

As soon as the clock struck 12 at noon, the jubilations started. It travelled from East to West on the first day of the year.

7.

The bus was travelling at a great speed when it was stopped by a gang of robbers. The passengers were ordered to get out, leaving their precious belongings in the bus.

a)

theme of fear

b)

theme of excitement

c)

theme of loss

d)

theme of happiness

8.

Which of these is the theme of hopelessness?

a)

The father of the slowwitted student said he had no false hopes about his son’s future.

b)

The conference was in full swing, with scholars delivering knowledgeable lectures on varying subjects. The audience enjoyed it immensely.

c)

The general commanded his troops to open fire at the enemy, and to kill each and every soldier of the combatants.

d)

The immigrant looked around to talk to somebody, but could find no one who spoke his language. He felt claustrophobic and desolate.

9.

Only the laborers were working on Labor Day.

a)

theme of relaxation

b)

theme of fear

c)

theme of irony

d)

theme of freedom

10.

refers to the main idea or moral of the story.

a)

fable

b)

mood

c)

tone

d)

theme

11.
a)
Splitting the room in half can be a good way to tackle a painting job
b)
It’s better to do things right the first time
c)
If you have a good suggestion, adults will agree with it
d)
Painting a room can be a time-consuming task.
12.
a)
eating too much candy can make you sick
b)
Think things through when deciding between two activities.
c)
Selfishness can have negative consequences
d)
Don't expect others to give you something just because you made a bad choice
13.
a)
There are more important things in life than being popular.
b)
Popularity will make you inconsiderate of other's feelings.
c)
Cliques shouldn't be allowed.
d)
Friends can sometimes let one another down.
14.
a)
Wear the clothes our parents choose for school pictures.
b)
Stand by your friends no matter what.
c)
Don't worry about what others think of you.
d)
Stand up for yourself.
15.
a)
Help others in their time of need.
b)
Be a good neighbor.
c)
Check with older neighbors regularly to make sure they are in good health.
d)
Be careful when doing things when you get old.
16.
a)
Kids should not ask for things their parents cannot afford.
b)
Appreciate what you have.
c)
Kids should save their own money if they want something.
d)
Kids shouldn't interrupt parents when they are talking privately. 
17.
a)
Feed the homeless.
b)
When people work together, more can be accomplished.
c)
Helping others makes people feel good.
d)
When people donate to worthy causes, much can be accomplished. 
18.
a)
When you receive a gift you don't like, you should lie and say you like it.
b)
When asked for gift ideas, always give more than one idea.
c)
It's important to be gracious when someone does something for you.
19.
a)
Be an alert passenger when others are driving.
b)
Don't text and drive when traffic is heavy.
c)
Reckless behavior can hurt you and others.
d)
When you make a mistake, admit it.
20.
a)
Cheating can have negative consequences. 
b)
Follow directions given by a coach.
c)
Cross-country is a difficult sport for some kids.
d)
Don't let others influence you into making bad choices.
21.
a)
Crying is a sign of weakness.
b)
Mistakes are okay as long as you learn from them.
c)
A failing grade is not worth crying over.
d)
It's important to console others when they are upset.
22.
a)
It's important to get up as soon as your alarm goes off.
b)
Be organized.
c)
Don't make choices that put you at risk of losing privileges. 
d)
Procrastination can have negative consequences. 
23.
a)
Bragging is not an attractive trait to have.
b)
Don't put up with braggers.
c)
Be kind to everyone, even if they brag too much.
d)
Listen to advice from adults.
24.
a)
When putting something together, always have two people, one to read the directions, and one to do the work.
b)
Develop a plan before starting a project.
c)
Always read the directions first.
d)
Purchase things that are already assembled whenever possible.
25.
a)
Stand up to people who always have the center of attention.
b)
Self centered behavior can lead to avoidance from others.
c)
Be kind to everyone, even if they are not kind to you.
d)
When standing up to someone, stay focused on their bad behaviors.
26.
a)
Be tolerant to others and their views, even if you don't agree.
b)
Always agree with your parents.
c)
Don't keep your feelings bottled inside too long without saying something.
d)
It's important to be honest. 
27.
The theme of a piece of literature is the same as its ...
a)
message
b)
significance
c)
subject
d)
meaning
28.
You can often infer the theme of a piece of literature by ...
a)
evaluating how a character has changed
b)
sharing a character's experience
c)
determining how the conflict has resolved
d)
ALL of the above
29.
To identify a theme in a story, a reader can ask ...
a)
What has the character learned?
b)
What is the setting?
c)
Who is the narrator?
d)
ALL of the above
30.
A theme should be supported by ...
a)
your own words
b)
evidence from the text
c)
rationale/reasoning
d)
ALL of the above
31.
Themes are universal because ...
a)
all humans share common experiences
b)
authors add them to make the writing meaningful
c)
the entire universe enjoys them
d)
the stories go on forever
32.

Unlike the topic of literature, a theme ...

a)

can be expressed in one word

b)

always shows the setting

c)

is always stated directly in the text

d)

cannot be just one word

33.

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

a)

Treat others the way you want to be treated.

b)

The little boy lied to his mother.

c)

With hard work, you can accomplish anything.

d)

You shouldn't judge a book by its cover.

34.

What is a theme?

a)

a story line

b)

the topic/subject

c)

a universal truth about life and people

d)

the time and place of an event

35.

What could be an example of a theme?

a)

Friendship

b)

Being prepared often leads to success.

c)

How to bake chocolate chip cookies

d)

Helping others

36.

Which of the following statements about theme is TRUE?

a)

Authors NEVER use the same theme twice

b)

Themes only repeat in short stories

c)

All poems have the same theme

d)

The same themes can occur in different stories/different authors

37.
What is the theme of this story?  
a)
Eat your vegetables.
b)
Don't brag. Be modest. 
c)
Don't talk to strangers. 
d)
Necessity is the mother of invention.
38.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Necessity is the mother of invention.
b)
Don't steal.
c)
Respect your elders.
d)
Slowly but surely wins the race.
39.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't be greedy.
b)
Work together.
c)
Respect your elders. 
d)
Don't steal.
40.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't be lazy.
b)
Have as much fun as you can before you die.
c)
Don't steal.
d)
Look before you leap.
41.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't steal. 
b)
Don't judge others. You don't know what they are capable of. 
c)
Being beautiful is the most important thing.
d)
Swans are prettier than ducks.
42.
What is the theme of this story?
a)
Respect your elders.
b)
Don't steal.
c)
Don't be lazy.
d)
Help others because what goes around comes around.
43.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Respect your elders.
b)
Look before you leap.
c)
Don't brag too much.
d)
Be polite.
44.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Slowly but surely wins the race.
b)
Don't be lazy. 
c)
We are stronger together than we are apart.
d)
If you try to go on your own, you will get eaten by a big fish.
45.
What is the theme of this story?
a)
It is better to take your time and do it right then to rush and fail.
b)
Don't be lazy.
c)
Our friends are always there for us.
d)
Turtles are faster than rabbits.
46.
In a piece of narrative text, what is the "theme"?
a)
What the story is about
b)
The topic of the text
c)
A message the author is trying to get across to the reader
d)
Where and when the story happens
47.
A theme should be a statement, not just one word. 
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
48.
What is the main difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA. 
a)
Theme is a universal lesson and main idea is what a story is about.
b)
Theme is what a story is about and main idea is the universal lesson it teaches.
49.
What is the theme of this story?
a)
Don't steal
b)
Look both ways before crossing the street. 
c)
Necessity is the mother of invention. 
d)
One good turn deserves another.
50.
A novel can have more than one theme.
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE

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