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Theme Practice

Total questions: 34

Worksheet time: 34mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
A theme should be a statement, not just one word. 
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
2.
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
3.

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.

4.
In a spell of dry weather, when the Birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty Crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how he tried, the Crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if he would die of thirst. Then an idea came to him. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so he could drink.
What is the theme?
a)
be persistent
b)
be honest
c)
always share with others
d)
respect your family
5.
If the topic is love, which of the following would be an acceptable theme statement?
a)
Friendship lasts forever.
b)

Unconditional love overcomes any obstacles

c)
Money is the root of all evil.
6.
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.
7.
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.
8.
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.
9.
What is the theme of this story? 
a)
Don't be greedy.
b)
Work together.
c)
Respect your elders. 
d)
Don't steal.
10.
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.
11.
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.
12.

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

13.

"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.

14.

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

15.

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

16.
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.
17.
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
18.
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.
19.
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.
20.
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.
21.

Theme is

a)

a lesson.

b)

a moral.

c)

a message.

d)

All of these!

22.

Love is stronger than hate.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

23.

Love.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

24.

My best friend is the most courageous person I know.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

25.

Bud's courage comes from love of family.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

26.

True courage comes from believing in yourself.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

27.

It is more important to be kind than to be popular.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

28.

Kindness and caring.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

29.

In a world where you can choose to be anything, be kind.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

30.

Money is the root of all evil.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

31.

Bud doesn't have a lot of money but he still makes it work.

a)

THEME

b)

NOT A THEME

32.

A good theme

a)

is a sentence, not just 1 word.

b)

can apply to many different texts.

c)

teaches a lesson.

d)

All of these!

33.

Which of these is NOT a theme?

a)

Watching cartoons is only for babies.

b)

Find what you love in life.

c)

Money can't cure unhappiness.

d)

The truth will always come to light.

34.

TRUE OR FALSE: An opinion and a theme are the SAME thing.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE