Understanding Themes and Characters

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What is the theme of a story if the main character learns to always tell the truth?

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Honesty is important

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TEKS.ELA.3.8A

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Who is usually the main character in a story?

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The character the story is mostly about

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TEKS.ELA.3.8B

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What do we call the problem that the characters face in a story?

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Conflict

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TEKS.ELA.3.8C

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Where does the setting of a story take place?

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The time and place of the story

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TEKS.ELA.3.8D

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What is the theme of the story: "The story is about a girl who helps her friend when he is sad."?

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Helping others is important

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TEKS.ELA.3.8A

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How does the assistant help the main character in a story where the main character is a detective and the minor character is his assistant?

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By giving clues and support

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TEKS.ELA.3.8B

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If a story starts with a problem, what usually happens next in the plot?

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The characters try to solve the problem

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TEKS.ELA.3.8C

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How can the setting of a story influence what happens in the plot?

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It can make certain events possible or impossible

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TEKS.ELA.3.8D

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How does the setting of a snowstorm affect the plot of a story where characters must find shelter?

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The snowstorm creates a problem the characters must solve.

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TEKS.ELA.3.8D

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What theme can you infer from a story where the main character changes from being selfish to being kind?

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People can learn to care about others

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TEKS.ELA.3.8A