Main Idea and Theme Flashcard

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Read the following passage: "In a small village, a young girl named Eliza found a stray dog. Despite her family's poor living conditions, she decided to take care of the dog, feeding it with whatever little food she had." What is the main idea of this passage?

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Eliza is a caring person who helps a stray dog despite her own difficulties.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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Consider the passage about Eliza and the dog. What theme can be inferred from this story?

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Kindness can be shown regardless of one's circumstances.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

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How do the details about Eliza feeding the dog with her limited food supply support the main idea of the passage?

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They highlight Eliza's selflessness and kindness.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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From the story of Eliza and the stray dog, what conclusion can be drawn about Eliza's character?

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She is compassionate.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

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Based on the passage, what inference can be made about the village's attitude towards stray animals?

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The village likely neglects stray animals, as Eliza had to step in.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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How does the setting of a small, poor village contribute to the theme of kindness in difficult circumstances?

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It contrasts the harsh conditions with Eliza's gentle nature.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

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What does the act of Eliza feeding the dog despite her limited resources tell us about the theme of sacrifice?

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Sacrifice is an important theme shown through Eliza's actions.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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How does Eliza's decision to care for the dog despite her family's objections develop the story's theme?

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It develops the theme of independence and making difficult choices.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

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What can be inferred about Eliza's future actions from her decision to help the stray dog?

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She will likely continue to help others in need.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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How might the story change if Eliza lived in a wealthy urban area instead of a poor village? How would this affect the theme?

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The theme of kindness would be less impactful.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking