THEME

A theme can be one word that describes an important part of the story

• False

• True

• Only if the word is spelled right

• Only if the word describes the main character

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CCSS.RL.4.2

A theme should tell the author's 
_________________________

• opinion
• _message
• story
• Main idea

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CCSS.RL.4.2

An author usually does not state the theme in the story. You must use clues and infer his idea.

• True
• False

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.2

Stephanie invited her friends to her birthday party. She didn't know the new girl, but she thought it would be mean to leave her out. When the girl came to Stephanie's house, her mom brought in a huge cake and pizza for all. She told Stephanie thank you for inviting her daughter!

• Slow and steady wins the race
• Actions speak louder than words
• Kind deeds can reward you in many ways
• The new girl had a nice mom

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.3

Jorge had to go to the eye doctor and get glasses. At school the next day, he took them off for recess and left them outside. When he arrived home that day his mom asked where his glasses were and Jorge told her he lost them at school. She made him mow the yard and take out the trash to earn money for a new pair.

• Being honest doesn't always work
• Be responsible and thoughtful with your possessions
• Jorge should have been more responsible
• Parents can be too mean

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

Andrew worked all summer mowing yards. In the fall he raked leaves. He saved his birthday money. When he was sixteen Andrew bought a car with his earnings. His friends were jealous at first, but they remembered how hard he had worked. 

• Friends shouldn't get jealous
• Andrew is great at saving money
• Work is hard, but you do get rewards
• Slow and steady wins the race

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.2

Chris was walking home from the park when he saw an old man drop his wallet. His friends saw Chris pick it up and they told him to keep it. Without hesitating, Chris ran and gave the old man his wallet back. He offered Chris a reward but Chris said no. He didn't need a reward to do what was right. 

• People should offer to reward you for being honest
• Honesty is the best policy
• Chris should have kept the money and given back the wallet
• Always tell the truth

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.W.4.9B

Giselle had two best friends, Lindy and Taejah. Lindy ALWAYS said she was Giselle's BEST friend.Giselle  had them both over to spend the night. Lindy was on her new phone all night long, ignoring Giselle. Taejah and Giselle watched a movie together, made popcorn, and pranked Giselle's brother. The next day at school, Lindy told the girls what a boring sleepover Giselle had. Taejah told everyone what a fun time she had at Giselle's house.

• Technology is often taken for granted
• Friends prove themselves by their actions
• Friends don't gossip
• Lindy was not a good friend

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Steven loved to play basketball. He went to the park everyday to shoot hoops. His friends would ask him to play video games, or hang out, or even play football with them.He always politely declined. Steven had a dream to play pro basketball. Years later, his friends were not surprised when he was drafted by the NBA.

• Friends should try to include each other
• Dreams do not come true for everyone
• Steven worked hard and became a great basketball player
• Do not let yourself be distracted from following your dreams

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.3

One day in class, Hannah forgot to bring a pencil. She didn't usually sit by Valerie, but since Mrs. Durden changed their seats. Valerie kindly offered Hannah her extra pencil. Soon after, Valerie left her jacket on the playground and went back to get it. She was disappointed to see it was gone. When she walked back into class, Valerie saw her jacket in her chair. Hannah had picked it up for her.

• Always let your friends borrow your pencils

• One good deed deserves another.

• Friends should take turns

• Valerie and Hannah are nice and help each other

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CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.2