Theme Middle School

What is the best theme of this story? 

• Don't be lazy

• Have as much fun as you can before you die.
• It's better to work hard early than to procrastinate.

• Your friends will help you when you face challenges.

What is the main difference between THEME and CENTRAL IDEA. 

• Theme is a universal lesson and main idea is what a story is about.
• Theme is what a story is about and main idea is the universal lesson it teaches.
  

When determining a theme, the reader should first consider...

• the illustrations
• the subject or topic
• the title
• the length of the story 

A theme should be a statement, not just one word. 

• TRUE
• FALSE

A novel can have more than one theme.

• True.
• False.
• Maybe.

What is the theme of this story?

• It is better to take your time and do it right then to rush and fail.
• Don't be lazy.
• Our friends are always there for us.
• Turtles are faster than rabbits.

Theme is developed

• at the beginning of a story

• in the exposition
• by the end of the story

• throughout the entire story

What is the theme of this story? 

• A frog did not think before he jumped, so he died.

• Impulsive behavior could have negative consequences.

• Impulsive behavior always has negative consequences.

• Impulsive

Which of the following is an example of THEME?

• Carry your computer with two hands at all times.

• Cereal is the healthiest food you can eat.
• You can severely break your leg while crossing the street.
• Life is short; make the most of it.

The best definition of theme is...

• The attitude the author has towards the subject. 

• The message the author is sending.
• A word that summarizes the story.
• The character's main problem.