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TEST REVIEW- Theme and Conflict

Total questions: 22

Worksheet time: 16mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a theme in a story?

a)

The main character

b)

The setting of the story

c)

The central idea or message

d)

The sequence of events

2.

How can the theme of a story be identified?

a)

By looking at the title only

b)

By examining the actions and outcomes of the characters

c)

By counting the number of pages

d)

By checking the illustrations

3.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which a theme can be developed in a story?

a)

Through the setting

b)

Through the dialogue

c)

Through the plot

d)

Through the book cover design

4.

What is a universal theme?

a)

A theme that can only be found in science fiction

b)

A theme that is relevant across different cultures and time periods

c)

A theme that is about the universe

d)

A theme that is only relevant today

5.

Which of the following is an example of a universal theme?

a)

The specifics of a local holiday

b)

The design of a character's clothing

c)

The struggle between good and evil

d)

The layout of a specific city

6.

How does the setting contribute to the theme of a story?

a)

By determining the story's length

b)

By influencing the mood and influencing characters' actions

c)

By providing illustrations

d)

By making the book more interesting to read

7.

Why is it important to understand the theme of a story?

a)

It helps you know the number of characters

b)

It allows you to predict the ending accurately

c)

It gives deeper insight into the main message and moral of the story

d)

It makes the story shorter

8.

Which of the following questions can help you analyze the theme of a story?

a)

What is the color of the main character's hair?

b)

How many chapters are in the book?

c)

What challenges do the characters face and how do they overcome them?

d)

How many illustrations are in the book?

9.

A story in which the protagonist learns the importance of family through various trials and tribulations is likely exploring what theme?

a)

The significance of adventure

b)

The importance of education

c)

The value of family

d)

The excitement of travel

10.

How can the resolution of a story help identify its theme?

a)

By showing what happens to the setting

b)

By revealing the consequences of the characters' actions

c)

By introducing new characters

d)

By describing the weather

11.

Read the story and decide the theme:

Katie invited Missy to her house to work on their biology project, but Katie had no idea what a visit from Missy entailed. First of all, it was raining and Missy neither bothered to take her boots off nor thoroughly wiped them on the doormat. Then, Missy ate a bag of Cheetos on Katie's white bedspread without asking. Missy is a sloppy eater, so Cheeto powder got all over the bedspread. Katie tried to be polite and ignore Missy’s sloppy behavior, but then Missy took all the books off the Katie's shelf to look at without permission, after Katie had spent weeks alphabetizing them. Angry at the messes Missy had created, Katie pretended that she was sick and asked Missy to leave. The next day Katie asked the teacher if she could work by herself. After explaining her situation, the teacher allowed Katie to work alone. Missy had to finish the assignment by herself, despite having spilled grape soda all over her project papers, making them impossible to write on.

a)

You should not eat in someone's house without permission.

b)

Being messy has many negative consequences.

c)

It is better to work on projects alone, than with a partner.

d)

If you are angry at someone, you should tell them.

12.
Barry liked playing board games, but he hated losing. He hated losing so much that he would do whatever it took to win, even bending or breaking the rules. He'd steal money from the bank and hide it under the couch cushions. He'd skip spaces while he was moving around the board. He'd shortchange others money that they were owed and argue with them about it. Barry's techniques were effective. He did win most of the games that he played, but the people whom he played with were his friends and family, and it didn't take too long until they caught on to Barry's tricks. They tried to tell Barry to stop cheating. They said that the game wasn't any fun when he cheated, but he didn't listen. He continued with his treacherous style of game play, until nobody would play with him anymore. 
Which statement expresses a main theme of the passage?
a)
Do not judge a book by its cover
b)
Winning isn't everything.
c)
Be thankful for the things that you receive.
d)
Don't sweat the small stuff.
13.

Which is an example of theme?

a)

Connor overcame obstacles with his mindset.

b)

Lizzie is a follower.

c)

Kira took a bad situation and made the most of it.

d)

People's decisions are often an indication of their true character.

14.

Which of the following is an example of theme?

a)

Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.

b)

Happiness

c)

Don't judge people by outward appearances.

d)

Jack risked his life to save Jane.

15.
What is an example of an INTERNAL conflict?
a)
Character vs Character
b)
Character vs Nature
c)
Character vs Society
d)
Character vs Self
16.
What is the definition of an "external" conflict?
a)
An issue between a character and an outside force.
b)
A problem within the exposition of a story.
c)
A struggle that a character has within him/her self.
d)
A problem caused by the protagonist.
17.
Character vs Nature is an example of an EXTERNAL conflict.
a)
True
b)
False
18.
Character vs Society is an example of an INTERNAL conflict.
a)
True 
b)
False
19.
a)
Character vs Character
b)
Character vs Nature
c)
Character vs Society
d)
Character vs Self
20.
Elsa has to be hidden away from the outside world because of her secret magical powers.
a)
Character vs Character
b)
Character vs Nature
c)
Character vs Society
d)
Character vs Self
21.
Sarah was accepted into her top choice for college, however, it is the most expensive one on her list. Should she sacrifice her family's wallet to attend the school of her dreams, or should she be conservative and consider other schools?
a)
Character vs Character
b)
Character vs Nature
c)
Character vs Society
d)
Character vs Self
22.
a)
Character vs Character
b)
Character vs Nature
c)
Character vs Society
d)
Character vs Self