Free Printable Theme

1.

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.

2.

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.

3.

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.

4.

What is the theme of this story?

a)

Don't be greedy.

b)

Work together.

c)

Respect your elders.

d)

Don't steal.

5.

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.

6.

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.

7.

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.

8.

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.

9.

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.

10.

What is the theme of this story?

a)

Don't be greedy.

b)

Work together.

c)

Respect your elders.

d)

Don't steal.

11.

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.

12.

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.

13.

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.

14.

One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.

Which best represents the theme or moral?

a)

Having fun will always pay off

b)

Work before you play

c)

Be respectful

15.

"You can do it!" shouted her father, as he pushed Chloe and let go. She was going on her own, but suddenly fell. She cried, but said, "Again, daddy!" This time she went farther but fell into the ditch. A few moments later, she was riding down the street, smiling from ear to ear.

Which best represents the theme or moral?

a)

You should sacrifice for others.

b)

Give up when things are tough.

c)

When you are greedy, you will fall down.

d)

You should never give up.

16.

The girls were coloring when Mike wanted to join along. One girl moved the crayons closer to them. The other girl proceeded to take the other crayon boxes. Mike had no crayons to use. One girl remarked, "These crayons are ours. Find your own."

Which best represents the theme or moral?

a)

Being greedy is never nice

b)

You should keep your own things to yourself

c)

it's ok to be mean to others when you're coloring

17.

Susie was waiting for Tina to arrive in the crowded lunch room. She looked through the crowd to see if she could spot Tina from afar. Tina was standing in an area all by herself. She had a perplexed look on her face, as there were no other seats available. Thankfully, Susie had saved her a seat, and all was well.

Which best represents the theme or moral?

a)

Lunch is best when it's crowded

b)

Being nice doesn't pay off

c)

Friends should look out for each other

d)

Never help others

18.

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.

19.

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

20.

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.

21.

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.

22.

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.

23.

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.

24.

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.

25.

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.

26.

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.

27.

The message or lesson that the author wants you to learn from the story is called the

a)

thesis

b)

summary

c)

theme

d)

plot

28.

Which of the following is an example of theme?

a)

Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.

b)

Jack risked his life to save Jane.

c)

Don't judge people by outward appearances.

d)

Happiness

29.

Which is an example of theme?

a)

One person can make a difference.

b)

Missy knew she would always be grateful.

c)

The donkey was stubborn and did not change.

d)

Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.

30.

What does theme add to a story?

a)

A sense of location.

b)

An important message.

c)

Motivation for the characters.

d)

Dialogue for the characters.

31.

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?

a)

Some prizes aren't worth it.

b)

Overeating leads to illness.

c)

Insects value food over safety.

d)

Always send a tester.

32.

Can shows and movies on TV have themes?

a)

No, only books can.

b)

TV shows and movies don't fit into any themes.

c)

They can have themes just like books can.

d)

They are the only literary works that can have themes.

33.

Where can a reader find the theme?

a)

It stated directly in the text.

b)

A character tells you.

c)

The reader must understand what the character has learned.

d)

Books or movies do not have themes.

34.

The theme of a piece of literature is the same as its ...

a)

message

b)

significance

c)

subject

d)

meaning

35.

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

36.

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

37.

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

38.

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.

39.

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

40.

She sobbed for hours trying to think of a way out of having to tell her father she wrecked her new car. After stewing over it for quite some time, she called her father on his cell phone. "Thank you," he said.

a)

Sometimes crying is good for you

b)

it's important to be honest

c)

Driving a car is a big responsibility

d)

expereincing loss/grief is difficult

41.

The three-year-old peered down from the diving board and looked back at his mother behind him. His knees began to buckle as he took another step forward. "Splash!"

a)

it takes courage to accomplish your goals

b)

you should never give up

c)

it takes loyalty to reach your dreams

d)

people make sacrifices for others

42.

Jim was stacking boxes at work. There was a certain height he had to reach. He stretched his body, but could not reach to place the final box at the top. Bill happened to see Jim struggling and came to his rescue, since he was a foot taller.

a)

teamwork can accomplish a goal

b)

tall people are the best

c)

work hard to reach a goal

d)

people can be like boxes

43.

Susie was waiting for Tina to arrive in the crowded lunch room. She looked through the crowd to see if she could spot Tina from afar. Tina was standing in an area all by herself. She had a perplexed look on her face, as there were no other seats available. Thankfully, Susie had saved her a seat, and all was well.

a)

Lunch is best when it's crowded

b)

Be nice

c)

Friends should look out for each other

d)

Susie is nice

44.

There was a ragged old woman following behind me as I walked down each aisle. She had a strange look on her face, as her missing teeth distorted her smile. I rushed to try to avoid her, as I was a little nervous about what she might do. Come to find out, I dropped some money and she was trying to return it to me.

a)

Old people are always mean

b)

don't judge a book by its cover

c)

you should be aware of others

d)

it takes courage to stand up to bullies

45.

The message or lesson that the author wants you to learn from the story is called the

a)

thesis

b)

summary

c)

theme

d)

plot

46.

Which of the following is an example of theme?

a)

Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.

b)

Jack risked his life to save Jane.

c)

Don't judge people by outward appearances.

d)

Happiness

47.

Which is an example of theme?

a)

One person can make a difference.

b)

Missy knew she would always be grateful.

c)

The donkey was stubborn and did not change.

d)

Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.

48.

What does theme add to a story?

a)

A sense of location.

b)

An important message.

c)

Motivation for the characters.

d)

Dialogue for the characters.

49.

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?

a)

Some prizes aren't worth it.

b)

Overeating leads to illness.

c)

Insects value food over safety.

d)

Always send a tester.

50.

Can shows and movies on TV have themes?

a)

No, only books can.

b)

TV shows and movies don't fit into any themes.

c)

They can have themes just like books can.

d)

They are the only literary works that can have themes.

51.

Where can a reader find the theme?

a)

It stated directly in the text.

b)

A character tells you.

c)

The reader must understand what the character has learned.

d)

Books or movies do not have themes.

52.

The theme of a piece of literature is the same as its ...

a)

message

b)

significance

c)

subject

d)

meaning

53.

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

54.

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

55.

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

56.

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.

57.

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

58.

She sobbed for hours trying to think of a way out of having to tell her father she wrecked her new car. After stewing over it for quite some time, she called her father on his cell phone. "Thank you," he said.

a)

Sometimes crying is good for you

b)

it's important to be honest

c)

Driving a car is a big responsibility

d)

expereincing loss/grief is difficult

59.

The three-year-old peered down from the diving board and looked back at his mother behind him. His knees began to buckle as he took another step forward. "Splash!"

a)

it takes courage to accomplish your goals

b)

you should never give up

c)

it takes loyalty to reach your dreams

d)

people make sacrifices for others

60.

Jim was stacking boxes at work. There was a certain height he had to reach. He stretched his body, but could not reach to place the final box at the top. Bill happened to see Jim struggling and came to his rescue, since he was a foot taller.

a)

teamwork can accomplish a goal

b)

tall people are the best

c)

work hard to reach a goal

d)

people can be like boxes

61.

Susie was waiting for Tina to arrive in the crowded lunch room. She looked through the crowd to see if she could spot Tina from afar. Tina was standing in an area all by herself. She had a perplexed look on her face, as there were no other seats available. Thankfully, Susie had saved her a seat, and all was well.

a)

Lunch is best when it's crowded

b)

Be nice

c)

Friends should look out for each other

d)

Susie is nice

62.

There was a ragged old woman following behind me as I walked down each aisle. She had a strange look on her face, as her missing teeth distorted her smile. I rushed to try to avoid her, as I was a little nervous about what she might do. Come to find out, I dropped some money and she was trying to return it to me.

a)

Old people are always mean

b)

don't judge a book by its cover

c)

you should be aware of others

d)

it takes courage to stand up to bullies

63.

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

64.

Which of these things is not related to the "theme" in a story?

a)

a specific character's name

b)

a "life lesson" the main character learns

c)

a big idea that people from any culture or any place can understand

d)

the moral of the story

65.

Which of these would be a good example of theme in a story?

a)

math is difficult

b)

if you steal money, something bad will happen to you

c)

Dogs make people happy

d)

Respect others and they will respect you.

66.

A well written theme statement includes character's names and the author.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

67.

Which of the following is an example of THEME?

a)

Carry your laptops with two hands at all times.

b)

Cereal is the healthiest food you can eat.

c)

You can severely break your leg while crossing the street.

d)

Life is short; make the most of it.

68.

My best friend was having a party Friday night, but I also had a baseball game. This was going to be a tough decision. If I do not go to the game, I will let my team down.

a)

It's important to be loyal

b)

Your friends are the most important things in life

c)

Being good at sports is the best way to get friends

d)

it's important to never give up

69.

She sobbed for hours trying to think of a way out of having to tell her father she wrecked her new car. After stewing over it for quite some time, she called her father on his cell phone. "Thank you," he said.

a)

Sometimes crying is good for you

b)

it's important to be honest

c)

Driving a car is a big responsibility

d)

expereincing loss/grief is difficult

70.

Kim had gone through her closet with her mom over the weekend. She remembered a new girl at school who always seemed to wear the same pants over and over. Kim wondered what she could do with the clothes. She handed the new girl a bag as she passed her in the hallway.

a)

sacrifice is difficult sometimes

b)

it's better to give than to receive

c)

friendship is the most important thing in life

d)

it's important to be honest

71.

The three-year-old peered down from the diving board and looked back at his mother behind him. His knees began to buckle as he took another step forward. "Splash!"

a)

it takes courage to accomplish your goals

b)

you should never give up

c)

it takes loyalty to reach your dreams

d)

people make sacrifices for others

72.

A theme can be one word that describes an important part of the story

a)

False

b)

True

c)

Only if the word is spelled right

d)

Only if the word describes the main character

73.

The message or lesson that the author wants you to learn from the story is called the

a)

thesis

b)

summary

c)

theme

d)

plot

74.

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for theme?

a)

message

b)

moral

c)

life lesson

d)

fable

75.

A story can have more than one theme.

a)

true

b)

false

76.

Can shows and movies on TV have themes?

a)

No, only books can.

b)

TV shows and movies don't fit into any themes.

c)

They can have themes just like books can.

d)

They are the only literary works that can have themes.

77.

Where can a reader find the theme?

a)

It stated directly in the text.

b)

A character tells you.

c)

The reader must understand what the character has learned.

d)

Books or movies do not have themes.

78.

Matt was always mean to the other younger kids on the school bus. He would make fun of them and put sticky stuff in their seat. He was the oldest and “coolest” kid on the bus. After this year, Matt would be going to high school. He would not have to ride with these little “rug rats” anymore. The summer had passed and Matt was headed to high school. He was a little nervous getting on the bus. When he walked on, he could feel the older kids laughing at him. When he got into his seat there was chocolate sauce smeared all over his seat. What is the theme?

a)

Loyalty

b)

Treat others how you would like to be treated.

c)

Money can't buy happiness (or friends)

d)

Be yourself

79.

George and Brent were brothers, but you would never know it. They did not really get along. George loved sports, and Brent loved to read. They were complete opposites., but the one thing they had in common was they were both failing a subject. George was failing reading and Brent was failing Math. Their mom would not be happy. They decided to help each other in their failing subjects. By the time the report card came home, they were both passing reading and math. What is the theme?

a)

Loyalty

b)

Treat others how you would like to be treated.

c)

Two heads are better than one.

d)

Be yourself

80.

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

a)

Skim through the story

b)

Just read the beginning of the story

c)

Think about what the character has learned

d)

Read the ending of the story

81.

One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.

What is the theme?

a)

You must share with your neighbor.

b)

It is wise to work before you play.

c)

Friendship

d)

Don't be greedy.

82.

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.

83.

What is another word for Theme?

a)

lesson

b)

main idea

c)

setting

d)

details

84.

When you explain your answer, you must find evidence from the ______.

a)

neighbor

b)

friend

c)

text

d)

your brain

85.

What is THEME?

a)

What happens in a story

b)

The lesson learned from a story

c)

Where a story takes place

d)

The different characters in a story

86.

What is theme?

a)

A lesson or moral in a story

b)

what the text is mainly about

c)

how the author feels about the text

87.

What is the difference between theme and main idea?

a)

Main idea is what the text is mainly about and theme is the lesson or moral in the story

b)

Theme is what the text is mainly about and Main idea is the lesson or moral in the story

c)

Theme is specific to characters in the story and main idea is not

88.

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

a)

Skim through the story

b)

Just read the beginning of the story

c)

Think about what the character has learned

d)

Read the ending of the story

89.

What is the theme of this story?

a)

Don't be greedy.

b)

Work together.

c)

Respect your elders.

d)

Don't steal.

90.

One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.
What is the theme?

a)

share with your neighbor

b)

work before you play

c)

be respectful

d)

don't be greedy

91.

Baylee wanted to be friends with Alexis. She knew Alexis loved dancing, so Baylee asked her if she wanted to make a dance routine up at recess. She thought if she pretended to like dancing that Alexis would like her better. Baylee tried her best, but dancing was just not her thing. Alexis could tell Baylee was not having fun, so she asked her if she wanted to go play tag. Baylee smiled with excitement. What is the theme?

a)

Loyalty

b)

Friendship

c)

Money can't buy happiness (or friends)

d)

Be yourself

92.

Matt was always mean to the other younger kids on the school bus. He would make fun of them and put sticky stuff in their seat. He was the oldest and “coolest” kid on the bus. After this year, Matt would be going to high school. He would not have to ride with these little “rug rats” anymore. The summer had passed and Matt was headed to high school. He was a little nervous getting on the bus. When he walked on, he could feel the older kids laughing at him. When he got into his seat there was chocolate sauce smeared all over his seat. What is the theme?

a)

Loyalty

b)

Treat others how you would like to be treated.

c)

Money can't buy happiness (or friends)

d)

Be yourself

93.

Larry had it all. A huge house, all the toys he wanted, and best of all he had enough money to buy anything he wants. He was always coming to school with new shoes and designer clothes. What more could a kid ask for? But everyday at recess Larry went out to the playground and played on the swings by himself. He disliked recess because there was no one that wanted to play with him. It made him very sad. What is the theme?

a)

Money can't buy happiness (or friends).

b)

Helping others

c)

Do the right thing and people will follow.

d)

Practice and persistence pay off.

94.

Sandy had a huge Social Studies project do on Monday. She did not even start it yet, but she knew it would not take her long. So she decided to go out with her friends to the movie on Friday night and then sleepover her other friends on Saturday night. When she got home Sunday morning her stomach was hurting her. She did not feel quite right. Her mother felt her forehead, and it felt warm. She was coming down with something, and just could not concentrate on her Social Studies project. What was she going to do? What is the theme?

a)

Money can't buy happiness (or friends).

b)

Helping others

c)

Do the right thing and people will follow.

d)

Don't put things off to the last minute

95.

Gary thought it would be funny to hide Tracy’s book bag. One day he took it from the back of the room and threw it behind the book case. At the end of the day Tracy was looking everywhere. The teacher started looking and asked the class if anyone has seen the book bag. Gary of course did not answer. After about ten minutes of searching the teacher called for the principal to come and help. Gary had told the teacher he did not know where it was, so what was he going to tell the principal? He should have just taken it out right away when Tracy was looking. What is the theme?

a)

Money can't buy happiness (or friends).

b)

Always tell the truth.

c)

Practice and persistence pay off.

d)

Don't put things off to the last minute

96.

Ayya was moving to a new school. She was so sad to be leaving all her old friends. On the last day of school Ayys’s friends decided to throw her a party. She was so surprised she almost cried. They all made her cards and even bought her flowers. This was the best going away party ever. She knew that she would keep in touch with them, since they all gave her their cell phone numbers. What is the theme?

a)

Money can't buy happiness (or friends).

b)

Always tell the truth.

c)

Friendship

d)

Helping others

Theme

Total questions: 96

Worksheet time: 5hrs 37mins

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