Theme and Main Idea

_______ is the moral of the story.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

_________ is what the story is mainly about.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

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?

• It is also fun to look for shells.

• There are many fun things to do at the beach.

• Some people simply like to sunbathe.

• Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Which of the following is an example of THEME?

• Always share with others.

• The Bengal Tiger is an endangered species.

• Looking both ways before crossing the street is a good idea.

• The Bengal Tiger is an endangered species.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.

What is the main idea?

• Jenny got sick.

• Her grandmother was in the hospital.

• Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.

• Jenny wants to be a nurse.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

Read the passage and tell me the theme:

"In his sophomore year of high school, Michael Jordan tried out for the varsity basketball team at Laney High School in Wilmington, North Carolina. But at five feet and eleven inches tall, the coach believed that Jordanwas too short to play at that level, so Jordan was cut from the team. Jordan didn't let this obstacle defeat him. In fact, it pushed him to work even harder. He trained vigorously and grew another four inches the following summer. When he finally made the varsity squad, Jordan averaged 25 points a game and went on to become one of the greatest basketball players in history."

• It is better to do things right the first time.

• Persistence pays off.

• Treat others how you would like to be treated.

• Don't be greedy.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.

What is the theme?

• Share with your neighbor.

• Work before you play.

• Don't be greedy.

• Be respectful.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Kittens need special care. You have to feed kittens twice a day. They have a lot of energy. You need to play with them often. Kittens will chew on almost anything they find. You have to watch them closely.

Choose the main idea.

• Kittens will chew on almost anything.

• Kittens liked to be rubbed.

• Kittens will chew on almost anything.

• Kittens require special care.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

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!

Choose the accurate theme.

• Kindness brings with it great rewards

• Slow and steady wins the race

• Actions speak louder than words

• The new girl had a nice mom

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2