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Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first men to walk on the surface of the moon, but they were not the last. That was Gene Cernan, the last man to step off the lunar surface. In total there have been twelve men who have walked on the moon, all of whom had done so between 1969 and 1972, which is the most recent non-Michael Jackson moon walking. What is the topic of the passage? The topic of the paragraph is (a) .
Some people say that the White House has ghosts. The most famous ghost is Abraham Lincoln. He is often seen standing in his room looking out the window. Even Eleanor Roosevelt said that she saw him. There is a legend that old Abe walks back and forth all night before something terrible is about to happen. This paragraph mainly tells:
what Lincoln's ghost is like
when Eleanor Roosevelt's ghost walked
hwo many ghosts the White House has
how ghosts show when something will happen
Not all animals that live in the water are fish. Frogs and tadpoles, for example, spend part of their lives in water. They are amphibians, not true fish. Whales and seals are warm-blooded mammals. Some snakes live partly in water too. What is the main idea?
Why just fish live in water
Why whales live in water
Which animals live in water
The range of a bird refers to the area over which it flies. some birds are able to fly great distances, and range over almost the whole world. Other birds have a very small range. they travel over areas smaller than one hundred miles. What is the main idea?
Where to find a bird range
Why birds like to travel
How bird ranges differ
When we think of seaweed, we usually picture brown or green plants a foot or so in length. Seaweeds are also of other colors. Some are red. Some kinds grow to lengths of a hundred feet! These form giant seaweed forests, where many kinds of fish take shelter. What is the main idea?
Why some seaweed grows so large
What seaweed is like
Why seaweed is red
Weather reporters have to give out a lot of information. That's why they use pictures. The pictures help them tell us about the weather without using so many words. Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is. They need to know where the warm air is. They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area. Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short. The pictures help weather reporters get the information out in a fast way.
Which sentence best describes the main idea of the paragraph?
Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is
Pictures help weather reporters get information out in a fast way
Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short
They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area
Mrs. Gonzales likes to paint. She likes the pretty colors. She draws a picture first. Then she uses her paints. She gives her pictures to her son.
Mrs. Gonzales does not paint well.
Painting is fun.
Mrs. Gonzales paints pictures.
Were you born after 1985? If so, how long do you expect to live? Most people born after 1985 can expect to live more than 70 years. Of course, this is just a guess based on past records. By the way, females can expect to live about six years longer than males. That’s taken from past records too!
What is the paragraph mostly about?
how long you might expect to live
about the health of females
why people live to be 70
tells that people live to be 100
What is the main idea?
Its the authors point of view
Is what the passage is mostly about
It is the sequence of the story.
Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.
What is the main idea?
They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.
Soccer players learn how to dribble.
They learn how to work together as teammates.
Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.
There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?
There are many fun things to do at the beach.
It is also fun to look for shells.
Some people simply like to sunbathe.
Going to the beach to swim can be fun.
Which sentence best describes the main idea of the paragraph?
What is the main idea?
What is the author main point?
What is the main idea?
Seated on his throne, King Midas wore a golden crown. He had golden rings on each finger and held a golden scepter. His vest was embroidered with golden thread and even his shoes had golden ornaments. He had a golden box filled with gold coins. He named his daughter Marigold.
What is the main idea of this paragraph?
King Midas loved gold.
King Midas sold lots of gold.
King Midas had a heart of gold.
King Midas hated gold.
Gina could not believe it. She had barely passed her science class again. She took the report card home and felt sad for days. Although she had done well in the other classes, science was just not her thing. "Mom, I need help," Gina said one day. "I have tried, but I can't get better in science." "I knew you were struggling, but I didn't know you were having such a hard time," Gina's mom said lovingly, "Of course, I will help you!" So, Gina spent two hours every day studying her science book. She asked her mom any question she had trouble with. Gina even stayed after class to learn more from her science teacher. Gina was surprised to know that she started understanding things better. When it was time for the next science exam, she felt ready. Before she knew it, Gina made a B on her science exam.
What is the conflict?
Gina got a B on her science exam
Gina and her mom don't get along
Gina was failing science
Gina didn't like her teacher
Gina could not believe it. She had barely passed her science class again. She took the report card home and felt sad for days. Although she had done well in the other classes, science was just not her thing. "Mom, I need help," Gina said one day. "I have tried, but I can't get better in science." "I knew you were struggling, but I didn't know you were having such a hard time," Gina's mom said lovingly, "Of course, I will help you!" So, Gina spent two hours every day studying her science book. She asked her mom any question she had trouble with. Gina even stayed after class to learn more from her science teacher. Gina was surprised to know that she started understanding things better. When it was time for the next science exam, she felt ready. Before she knew it, Gina made a B on her science exam.
How does Gina try to solve the conflict?
Gina could not believe it. She had barely passed her science class again. She took the report card home and felt sad for days. Although she had done well in the other classes, science was just not her thing. "Mom, I need help," Gina said one day. "I have tried, but I can't get better in science." "I knew you were struggling, but I didn't know you were having such a hard time," Gina's mom said lovingly, "Of course, I will help you!" So, Gina spent two hours every day studying her science book. She asked her mom any question she had trouble with. Gina even stayed after class to learn more from her science teacher. Gina was surprised to know that she started understanding things better. When it was time for the next science exam, she felt ready. Before she knew it, Gina made a B on her science exam.
What lesson does Gina learn?
Gina could not believe it. She had barely passed her science class again. She took the report card home and felt sad for days. Although she had done well in the other classes, science was just not her thing. "Mom, I need help," Gina said one day. "I have tried, but I can't get better in science." "I knew you were struggling, but I didn't know you were having such a hard time," Gina's mom said lovingly, "Of course, I will help you!" So, Gina spent two hours every day studying her science book. She asked her mom any question she had trouble with. Gina even stayed after class to learn more from her science teacher. Gina was surprised to know that she started understanding things better. When it was time for the next science exam, she felt ready. Before she knew it, Gina made a B on her science exam.
What best shows the theme of the story?
always be brave and face your enemies
it is important to be thankful for your gifts
if we work hard, you will be rewarded
never judge a person by his or her looks
Gina could not believe it. She had barely passed her science class again. She took the report card home and felt sad for days. Although she had done well in the other classes, science was just not her thing. "Mom, I need help," Gina said one day. "I have tried, but I can't get better in science." "I knew you were struggling, but I didn't know you were having such a hard time," Gina's mom said lovingly, "Of course, I will help you!" So, Gina spent two hours every day studying her science book. She asked her mom any question she had trouble with. Gina even stayed after class to learn more from her science teacher. Gina was surprised to know that she started understanding things better. When it was time for the next science exam, she felt ready. Before she knew it, Gina made a B on her science exam.
Check the evidence that supports the theme. (Choose 3)
Gina's mom said lovingly, "Of course, I will help you."
She asked her mom any question she had trouble with
Gina even stayed after class to learn more from her science teacher
She had barely passed her science class again. She took the report card home and felt sad for days.
Before she knew it, Gina made a B on her science exam.
Ali was the friendliest boy in town. He helped anyone who asked him for anything. Everyone smiled when they saw Ali riding his bicycle and selling newspapers. Little Ali was also popular in school. After all, who would not like a happy kid like Ali? He made friends everywhere he went. One morning, as Ali was on his newspaper route, he tripped over a rock. He got bruised and went home in a lot of pain. The doctors told him to stay home because he had broken a leg. Now, Ali was sad to miss school, but he was sure his friends would come visit him. Days went by and only Sam from across the street came to see Ali. Sam brought board games and even told Ali what was going on at school each day. Although Ali had been nice to everyone in school, only one person had cared about him.
What did Ali learn?
Ali was the friendliest boy in town. He helped anyone who asked him for anything. Everyone smiled when they saw Ali riding his bicycle and selling newspapers. Little Ali was also popular in school. After all, who would not like a happy kid like Ali? He made friends everywhere he went. One morning, as Ali was on his newspaper route, he tripped over a rock. He got bruised and went home in a lot of pain. The doctors told him to stay home because he had broken a leg. Now, Ali was sad to miss school, but he was sure his friends would come visit him. Days went by and only Sam from across the street came to see Ali. Sam brought board games and even told Ali what was going on at school each day. Although Ali had been nice to everyone in school, only one person had cared about him.
What is the theme of this story?
never trust someone who lies
true friends are very hard to find
friends always forgive each other
real happiness is found at home
Ali was the friendliest boy in town. He helped anyone who asked him for anything. Everyone smiled when they saw Ali riding his bicycle and selling newspapers. Little Ali was also popular in school. After all, who would not like a happy kid like Ali? He made friends everywhere he went. One morning, as Ali was on his newspaper route, he tripped over a rock. He got bruised and went home in a lot of pain. The doctors told him to stay home because he had broken a leg. Now, Ali was sad to miss school, but he was sure his friends would come visit him. Days went by and only Sam from across the street came to see Ali. Sam brought board games and even told Ali what was going on at school each day. Although Ali had been nice to everyone in school, only one person had cared about him.
Check the evidence that best supports the theme. (Choose two)
"One morning, as Ali was on his newspaper route, he tripped over a rock."
"Ali was the friendliest boy in town"
"Days went by and only Sam from across the street came to see Ali."
"Although Ali had been nice to everyone at school, only one person cared about him."
Denotation is...
everything the word suggests and all the associations that come with it
the literal definition (meaning) of a word
how the word makes you feel
Denotation is...
everything the word suggests and all the associations that come with it
the literal definition (meaning) of a word
how the word makes you feel
Connotation is...
the literal meaning of a word
all the nonliteral meanings and feelings you associate with a word.
the definition of a word
Which of the sentences below uses words with positive connotations?
My aunt Janey is mature and experienced.
My aunt Janey is ancient and outdated.
Which word has a NEGATIVE connotation?
disaster
problem
Andrew sat in the chair. The dentist looked in his mouth with a small mirror. With a sharp pointed tool, he picked at places around Andrew's teeth. Finally, the dentist spoke, and told the boy his teeth had cavities.
How did Andrew get cavities in his teeth?
He did not brush his teeth well.
He did not floss his teeth.
He ate too much candy.
All of the above.
Every student in class had to study the life cycle of an animal. Beth chose one she wanted to learn more about. She often saw it in the pond near her house. She was amazed, though, when she really followed one closely from it's beginning as an egg to a tadpole until its legs developed.
What animal did Beth study?
duck
mouse
frog
lizard
Today is a special day for Bob. He was waiting at the bus stop with his dad. He is a little scared. He is meeting his second grade teacher for the first time. He hopes he likes her. He hopes he makes new friends in his class, too.
What day do you think this is for Bob?
day of the class trip
first day of school
Halloween
Christmas
What is the noun(s) in the sentence below?
The boy made a boat.
boy
made
boat
Both A and C
What text features are seen in this image?
heading, index
bold print, glossary
heading, photo
photo, opinion
What is the likely topic of this passage?
immigrant detention centers
American prisons
how Covid19 spread so fast
deportation procedures
Which prediction makes the most sense based on the visible text features?
I predict the passage will be about how immigrants are enjoying their time in America.
I predict the article will be about how prisoners are treated in America.
I predict the article will be about immigrant detainees during the pandemic.
I predict the article will be about immigration into the USA.
What 3 key words below are likely the most important from the preceding passage?
spokesperson, important, contractors
detainees, monitored, safety
state, local, health
safety, custody, tested
What question below makes the most sense for this passage?
Why are people who might have Covid19 being moved to rural detention centers?
Why do people in detention centers wear orange jumpsuits?
How are agents able to feed all of the detainees?
Who is in charge of testing all of the people living in the community?
What text features are seen in this image?
heading, index
bold print, glossary
heading, photo
photo, opinion
What is the likely topic of this passage?
immigrant detention centers
American prisons
how Covid19 spread so fast
deportation procedures
Which prediction makes the most sense based on the visible text features?
I predict the passage will be about how immigrants are enjoying their time in America.
I predict the article will be about how prisoners are treated in America.
I predict the article will be about immigrant detainees during the pandemic.
I predict the article will be about immigration into the USA.
What 3 key words below are likely the most important from the preceding passage?
spokesperson, important, contractors
detainees, monitored, safety
state, local, health
safety, custody, tested
What question below makes the most sense for this passage?
Why are people who might have Covid19 being moved to rural detention centers?
Why do people in detention centers wear orange jumpsuits?
How are agents able to feed all of the detainees?
Who is in charge of testing all of the people living in the community?
"Detainees are being monitored." What does the word detainees mean?
people monitoring prisoners
prison guards
people in the community
people being held in prison
Which phrase supports the idea that agents are aware that the detainees pose a health risk to the community?
Detainees are being monitored.
The agency has taken important steps to safeguard all detainees.
One of ICE's highest priorities is the health and safety of those in custody.
All of the above.
What is the central idea of the passage?
The central idea of the passage is that prisons need more money for Covid19 testing.
The central idea of the passage is that detainees are being tested and monitored for their safety and that of the community.
The central idea of the passage is that the rural community does not trust the detention center to keep them safe.
The central idea of the passage is that detention centers pose a risk to rural communities.
What saved the rest of the country to the Saxons was the courage of the great Saxon king, Alfred. How does this contribute to the development of the author’s ideas?
Who did Uncle Bug marry?
Aunt
Ant
What do you call a scary bear?
A grisly
A grizzly
What do you call a gathering of butchers?
meat
meet
1. Lamar could _____________ the sound of the ocean when he held the seashell to his ear.
a. here
b. hear
2. We went to _______________ house for lunch yesterday.
a. their
b. there
c. they’re
3. Brandon wasn’t ________________ to eat dessert until he had finished his dinner.
a. aloud
b. allowed
4. Carrie checked the __________________ before getting dressed. b. whether
a. weather
b. whether
What did the dog say to the insect that bit him?
Flee
flea
Choose the letter that best describes how you feel about homophones.
Mastery
Accomplished
Developing
Emerging
Choose the correct word for the following sentence:
There is an increase in the ____ of laptops.
cell
sell
Choose the correct word for the following sentence:
I cannot find last puzzle _____!
peace
piece
Choose the correct word for the following sentence:
The ____ coming from the kitchen smelled nice.
sent
scent
cent
Choose the correct word for the following sentence:
The last ____ in Avengers: ENGAME was the best!
seen
scene
Choose the letter that best describes how you feel about homophones.
Mastery
Accomplished
Developing
Emerging
Which is the correct word to complete this sentence: Mike and Shawn were bummed _____ new phones wouldn't arrive for another week.
they're
there
their
Which is the correct word to complete this sentence: Doug thinks ___ fun to play video games.
it's
its
Which is the correct word to complete this sentence: There are ____ many things happening, I can't focus.
to
too
two
Which of these sentences uses the word "mist" correctly? (Select all correct answers, not just one!)
You've been gone so long; I've really mist you.
The mountains were covered with a light mist.
It was hard to see through all of the mist.
The arrow mist the target.
The mist coming from the waterfall made a beautiful rainbow.
Which is the correct word to complete this sentence: The scariest _____ in The Nightmare Before Christmas is the one with Oogie Boogie.
scene
seen
Which of these sentences uses the word "grate" correctly? (Select all that are correct, not just one!)
My grandma asked me to grate the cheese.
The grill's grate needed to be cleaned.
I feel grate today.
Which is the correct word to complete this sentence: They keep telling me that if I work really hard, my job will give me a _____.
raise
rays
raze
Which of these sentences uses the word "tide" correctly? (Select all answers that are correct, not just one!)
I tide my shoelaces quickly.
A ribbon was tide around the tree trunk.
The ocean's tide can be either high or low.
You can play with animals like starfish in the tide pool.
Which is the correct word to complete this sentence: Chen let out a _____ of despair when he realized his game didn't save and he lost a bunch of progress.
whale
wail
Which of these sentences uses the word "lesson" correctly? (select all answers that are correct, not just one!)
He wanted to teach his brother a lesson.
She tried to think of a nice way to lesson his anxiety.
The teacher decided to create a whole new lesson for today.
Many buildings on the West Coast have flexible structures to lesson the damage from an earthquake.
I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.
Simile
Hyperbole
Metephor
Personification
My baby brother is a cute little teddy bear.
Irony
Personification
Metaphor
Simile
Her smile bright like the sun.
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
Simile
A comparison of two unlike things using the word like or as.
Irony
Metaphor
Simile
Personification
Giving human qualities to nonhumans like objects, or ideas.
Hyperbole
Simile
Irony
Personification
Conveys the opposite of what is said.
Metaphor
Onomatopoeia
Irony
Personification
I'm so tired I could sleep a year.
Hyperbole
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
The kid is a walking encyclopaedia. Which figure of speech is this example of?
Simile
Metaphor
Onomatopoeia
Personification
Which of the following is an example of Personification?
They blew the whistle loudly.
The crowd cheered excitedly.
The wind howled all night.
Many people howled at the sight of the lion.
Which of the following is an example of Simile?
An owl is a wise bird.
As wise as owl.
He is a wise person.
They are wise to follow him.
What is Hyperbole?
The consonant sounds are repeated.
Non-living things given human qualities.
Comparison of two things.
It is a highly exaggerated statement.
Identify what fiugure of speech is used in the sentence below:
"The moon wink at me."
personification
simile
metaphor
"The cloud is like a pillow in the in the sky."
simile
personification
metaphor
"She is an early bird."
simile
metaphor
personification
My love for you is as deep as the ocean.
HYPERBOLE
METAPHOR
SIMILE
ONOMATOPOEIA
This sentence is an example of:
What figure of speech is used in this sentence?
"The camels are the ships in the desert."
Hyperbole
Metaphor
Onomatopoeia
Euphemism
"The school is my home."
What is the meaning of this line?
The school is the place where the speaker feels that he/ she belongs to.
The speaker lives in the school.
The speaker never graduated in school.
There is a home inside the school.
Identify the figure of speech in the given sentence:
This contract is as solid as the ground we stand on.
Simile
Onomatopoeia
Alliteration
Which of the following is NOT a metaphor?
The smoke was cotton balls billowing from the chimney.
The stage was a canvass upon which the play was painted.
The sun was a furnace.
Don ate his salad like a vacuum cleaner.
The author's attitude or feelings towards the writing is the ....
connotation
denotation
tone
mood
___________ is the feeling the reader gets as he/she reads the text.
connotation
denotation
tone
mood
Author's set a TONE or MOOD in literature by conveying an emotion or emotions through ____________.
word choice
space
tone
graphics
What is the tone of the following text? "I will not!" she shouted. "I will not be left at the mercy of our enemies while you slink away!" (108).
pleased
angry
happy
suspicious
She hesitated, listening for sounds of the creature. The forest seemed empty, but she could sense something else out there. Something watching and waiting. What is the mood of the passage?
romantic
depressing
joyful
suspenseful
What is the tone of this passage?
The Crocodile by Lewis Carroll
How doth the little crocodile
Improve his shining tail,
And pour the waters of the Nile
On every golden scale.
How cheerfully he seems to grine,
How neatly spreads his claws,
And welcomes little fishes in,
with gently smiling jaws.
bitter
respectful
objective
humorous
What is the tone of a text?
The feeling the passage evokes from the reader
The author, narrator or speaker's attitude toward the subject.
The time and place of the story.
The summary of events in the text.
What is the mood of a text?
Emotions audience feels from a given passage.
The time and place of the story.
The Lesson the reader learns from the story.
The summary of events in the text.
Which word accurately describes the son's tone in the following dialogue?
Father: We are going to Disney World!
Son: Yay!!!!
Irritated
annoyed
excited
uninterested
Read the following poem, "A Birthday" by Christina Rossetti and answer the question below. My heart is like a singing bird Whose nest is a weathered shoot; My heart is like an apple-tree Whose boughs are bent with thick-set fruit; My heart is like a rainbow shell That paddles in a halcyon [peaceful] sea; My heart is gladder than all these Because my love is come to me.
QUESTION: What tone do the details of the poem convey?
sorrow
happiness
excitement
nervousness
If an author has no emotion regarding the story he is telling, his tone can be described as
objective
playful
ironic
mysterious
There go the loves that wither [dry up], The old loves with wearier wings; And all dead years draw thither [there] And disastrous things; Dead dreams of days forsaken, Blind buds that snows have shaken, Wild leaves that winds have taken, Red strays of ruined springs. ... And love, grown faint and fretful With lips but half regretful Sighs, and with eyes forgetful Weeps that no loves endure [last]. QUESTION: What tone do the details in the poem convey?
wastefulness and excess
happiness
sadness and despair
mistrust
Which tone is represented in the following passage? Wow! With a top speed of one hundred fifty miles per hour, that car can almost fly!
calm
annoyed
scary
excited
What is the tone of the following passage? The alarm buzzed. Jordan smashed her fist down on it--hard. It flew off the nightstand and bounced off her cat, Armstrong. The cat yowled indignantly and rocketed out the room.
eerie
sarcastic
humorous
passionate
It was the first football game for the Gators. The coach asked if everyone was ready. The players jumped and replied, "Yes!" In what tone did the Gators's reply?
calm
serious
happy
enthusiastic
The Blue Jay is jumping on the tree singing and dancing happily. What is the blue jay's tone while singing?
joyful
dreamy
confused
hurt
I feel like throwing something! I was typing my paper and was almost finished. Then the power went out. Now my paper is lost. This is a horrible night.
serious
excited
angry
scary
The monster produced a terrifying noise, and we tried hard not to scream and give away our hiding place. What is the "mood" set in this passage?
serious
scared
angry
happy
What is the "mood" in this passage? The man—right in the middle of the crowded train—began to clip his long, yellow fingernails flicking them onto the floor. He did it slowly, as if he didn't even care that a dozen other people could see and hear him.
cringe
funny
bored
happy
The thunder clapped loudly shaking the house
They ate food
The familiar tang of his grandmother’s cranberry sauce reminded him of his youth.
What sense created the image?
The thunder clapped loudly shaking the house
Sputtering, gurgling, clanking, thumping appeal to which sense?
Smell
Hear
Touch
Sight
"The sky was wide and very blue."
The imagery use in the sentence is?
Smell
Touch
Taste
Visual
Identify the imagery type used in the following sentence.
She smelled the scent of sweet hibiscus wafting through the air, its tropical smell a reminder that she was on vacation in a beautiful place.
Hearing
Touch
Visual
Smell
Taste
The form of imagery employed in the following sentence?
As the chili touched my tongue, I thought a fire had been lit in my mouth.
Taste
Smell
Sound
Touch
Visual
The form of imagery employed in the following sentence tells us that Greg is enjoying the fragrance of ……...........…
The sweet aroma of the freshly baked chocolate chip cookies wafted from the kitchen to the living room, causing Greg’s stomach to rumble.
sweet aroma
fresh chocolate chip cookies
the kitchen
the living room
I'm tired of watching the clouds pass us by
Hearing
Touch
Visual
Smell
The rain is coming! We smell it in the air!
Touch
Hearing
Smell
Visual
A long time ago there was a king who wanted nothing but gold. He wished that everything he touched would turn into gold. Then, one day, a magical fairy granted his wish. So, anything he tried to eat turned into gold, thus he starved to death.
What is the theme of this story?
Don't steal.
Respect your elders.
Work together.
Don't be greedy.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a theme?
Treat others the way you want to be treated.
The little boy lied to his mother.
With hard work, you can accomplish anything.
You shouldn't judge a book by its cover.
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?
Be honest.
Always share with others.
Be persistent.
Respect your family.
There once was an ugly duckling. The other ducks laughed at her, and she felt ashamed. Years later, she grew into a beautiful swan and far surpassed all of the other ducks that once shamed her.
What is the theme of this story?
Don't steal.
Being beautiful is the most important thing.
Swans are prettier than ducks.
Don't judge others. You don't know what they are capable of.
A lion was about to eat a mouse when the mouse pleaded, "Please, let me go, and someday I may help you." Laughing, the lion let the mouse go. Later, some hunters caught the lion in a trap. The mouse came along and chewed through the ropes and saved the lion's life.
What is the theme of this story?
Slow and steady wins the race.
Help others because what goes around comes around.
Always tell the truth.
It is okay to fail.
What is the definition of theme?
A life lesson, meaning, moral, or universal idea about life or human nature communicated in a story.
The time and place of a story.
The problem or issue in the story.
The people, animals, or creatures who act out the action in the story.
One way you could figure out the theme is to...
Skim through the story.
Read the beginning of the story.
Think about what the character has learned.
Read the end of the story.
Jared's best friend is having a party Friday night, but he also has a baseball game that's been scheduled since the start of the season. This is going to be a tough decision. If he does not go to the game, he will let his team down.
What is the theme?
Being good at sports is the best way to get friends.
It's important to never give up.
It's important to be loyal and honor your commitments.
Being a good friend is the first priority.
Which of the following is an example of THEME?
Carry your laptops with two hands at all times.
Cereal is the healthiest breakfast food you can eat.
It's dangerous to drive in severe thunderstorms.
Life is short; make the most of it.
What is the main difference between THEME and MAIN IDEA.
Theme is a universal lesson and main idea is what a story is about.
Theme is what a story is about and main idea is the universal lesson it teaches.
