Determine Theme and Central Idea

Words, such as, friendship, bravery, love, and family are considered ___?

• Topics

• Big Subjects

• Items authors think about and develop thoughts, opinions, and observations on.

• All of these

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What TOPIC or BIG SUBJECT is the author discussing in this passage? 20 pts. Today was Friday and Mark knew that meant it was Fun Friday at school. All the students were allowed to participate in Fun Friday if they turned in their homework. Mark walked into class and open his backpack. He stared inside and froze. He had left his homework on the counter. He tried to think quickly, what could he say? He could tell Mr. Barnes that his little brother had thrown it away. He could tell him that he dropped it on the bus or he could say that he already turned it in and that Mr. Barnes must have lost it. "Where's your homework, Mark?" asked Mr. Barnes. Mark just hung his head, he couldn't tell a lie. "I left it at home", he said quietly.

• Friendship

• Honesty

• Perseverance

• Compassion

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the author REVEAL the theme "Being prepared is the best way to succeed in at life." in this excerpt. (BONUS: 25 pts) Today was Friday and Mark knew that meant it was Fun Friday at school. All the students were allowed to participate in Fun Friday if they turned in their homework. Mark walked into class and open his backpack. He stared inside and froze. He had left his homework on the counter. He tried to think quickly, what could he say? He could tell Mr. Barnes that his little brother had thrown it away. He could tell him that he dropped it on the bus or he could say that he already turned it in and that Mr. Barnes must have lost it. "Where's your homework, Mark?" asked Mr. Barnes. Mark just hung his head, he couldn't tell a lie. "I left it at home", he said quietly.

• Mark's external conflict between himself and Mr. Barnes.

• Mark's argument with his little brother.

• Mark's internal conflict with being honest.

• Mark's excitement about today being Fun Friday.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which of the following best summarizes the central theme of a book where various characters from different backgrounds come together to solve a local mystery?

• Diversity brings strength.

• Mysteries are challenging.

• Teamwork is essential in problem-solving.

• Local issues are complex.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What theme is conveyed in a narrative where an elderly woman teaches her grandchildren the importance of cultural traditions?

• Family is important.

• Traditions keep cultures alive.

• Elderly people should be respected.

• Learning is a lifelong process.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Read the following excerpt and identify the central idea: "Despite numerous challenges, the community worked together to restore the old library, showing their commitment to preserving knowledge and history."

• The community faced many challenges.

• The library was old and needed restoration.

• The community showed their commitment to preserving knowledge by restoring the library.

• Restoring buildings is a difficult task.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify the central idea of a passage discussing the impact of technology on education.

• Technology can sometimes be distracting.

• Many schools use technology.

• Technology has transformed the way students learn and teachers teach.

• Students enjoy using technology.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the central theme of a novel where the protagonist learns to trust others after a journey filled with challenges and support from friends?

• Adventure is necessary for growth.

• Trust is essential in relationships.

• Challenges are part of life.

• Friends can come from unexpected places.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

The standard that discusses theme and central idea requires students to: (select the option that matches the Language of the Standard)

• know what theme is

• determine the theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed

• find a theme in a 6th grade text

• identify a central idea and how it is developed

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Central idea is...

• a topic or idea discussed in a text

• what the text is mainly about

• the lesson or message learned

• what the author wants readers to know

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2