Theme

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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a theme in literature?
Back
A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a piece of literature, often reflecting on universal human experiences.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can a theme be expressed in just one word?
Back
No, a theme cannot be just one word; it is typically expressed as a complete thought or statement.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a theme in a story.
Back
An example of a theme could be 'Your past does not define you.'
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between theme and different stories or authors?
Back
The same themes can occur in different stories by different authors, illustrating universal concepts.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you infer the theme of a piece of literature?
Back
You can often infer the theme by analyzing the characters, plot, and conflicts, as well as the author's message.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a theme and a topic?
Back
A topic is a subject or matter discussed in a text, while a theme is the deeper meaning or message related to that topic.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do characters play in conveying the theme of a story?
Back
Characters often embody the themes through their actions, decisions, and growth throughout the story.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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