In what way can the setting of a story contribute to its theme?

By influencing the mood or atmosphere, which supports the theme

By determining the length of the story

By specifying the number of characters in the story

By dictating the font style used in the book

In a story where the main character moves from selfishness to generosity, identify and analyze the key turning point that supports the theme of transformation. Use evidence from the text.

When the character reflects on past actions

When the character shares their wealth

When the character first experiences loss

When the character meets a pivotal new friend

Comparing themes across texts can reveal:

Differences and similarities in the treatment of universal issues

The age group of the intended audience

The geographical locations where the stories are set

The publishing companies of the books

In a historical fiction novel, the theme of "resilience in the face of adversity" is prominent. How does the author develop this theme over the course of the novel?

Through characters overcoming increasingly difficult challenges

By the characters' repeated successes

Through the dialogue in the opening chapters

Which part of the plot helps us to discover the theme?

Struggles and how they're resolved

Which is needed to support a potential theme idea?

Evidence from the story's characters, plot, and setting

An in-depth description of the story's topic

A summary of every major event in the story

A theme is the big idea in a story. It's the message about people or the world that the author is trying to get across. Themes are universal, which means they are true in all times and all places. They apply to many different types of people. Read the following passage from a story. Rohan triumphantly lifted the trophy above his head. Despite all the obstacles, he had won. Beneath his cheerful exterior, he felt a twinge of the constant pain he’d learned to live with. Almost unconsciously, Rohan removed one hand from the trophy and rubbed the thin red scar that snaked around his ankle. He thought back to the surgery and the weeks spent lying in his bed, unable to compete. The months of exercises to strengthen his leg. “Rohan!” he heard the crowd scream, as if in slow motion. A smile broke across Rohan’s face, shattering his thoughts. He returned his hand to his trophy, firmly grasping it. Which of the following is most likely a theme of the story?

Through determination, you can overcome big challenges.

Some goals are too hard to achieve even if you try many times.

You need the support of your family to overcome challenges.

When you achieve a goal, you shouldn’t brag about it.

Stories that come from different parts of the world, cultures or time periods can have the same theme. Read the following passage from a story. Eriene gazed across the field, noticing how peaceful Creature's Cove seemed now. The only evidence of the battle were the scorched patches of earth dotting the landscape like a sunburn. Eriene clasped the jade pendant that dangled heavily under her robe. Her great-aunt's words echoed in her head. "This necklace has always belonged to the protector of what is good and just in the kingdom. Now, it belongs to you." Eriene had passed her first test, the dragon no longer a threat to the kingdom's way of life. Wisps of smoke drifted up from the land that its poisonous breath had burned. Soon, new grass would poke through, and memories of the battle would recede into the past. But Eriene knew this was not the end. This dragon lay slain in the Yonderland. But its spirit would return again and again in different forms. Which of the following is most likely a theme of the story?

Good and evil always exist together in the world.

Good people are difficult to find.

People often forget the things they don't want to remember.

You and your friend might analyze the plot and the characters of a story and come up with two different correct themes. Read the following passage from a story. Wind whipped at Vanessa, Mo and Jaime's faces as they trudged up the mountain. "Do you have the ice samples?" Vanessa questioned Mo again."Why don't you carry them the rest of the way?" he responded irritably. Mo was digging into his backpack to retrieve the samples when suddenly, a gust of wind snatched them out of his hands, sending them tumbling down the mountain. If we lose those, this was all for nothing!" Vanessa cried. The wind roared angrily, churning flakes of snow that had newly begun to fall. How far had the samples gone? The three scientists stared at each other in horrified silence. "I'll go back for them," Jaime spoke up quietly. Vanessa and Mo looked at Jaime. He was the smallest and youngest of the group, barely strong enough to carry his large backpack. "I'll go," he said louder. Which sentence from the passage provides the best clue that a theme of the story is "Courage can be found in the people you least expect it"?

"He was the smallest and youngest of the group, barely strong enough to carry his large backpack."

"'Why don't you carry them the rest of the way?'" he responded irritably.

"How far had the samples gone?"

"The wind roared angrily, churning flakes of snow that had newly begun to fall."

Read the following passage from a story. As Tai strummed the guitar, Charlesa looked at her with pride. For so long, Tai's fingers had clumsily tripped over the strings, but now she played the song with ease. Getting to this point hadn't been easy for Charlesa, either. She sighed, trying to bury the memories of all the screaming tantrums Tai had thrown. Once, she nearly threw her guitar against a wall. But now when Tai smiled, and the tune of "Sweet Home Alabama" floated out of the instrument, Charlesa smiled, too. It had been worth it. Which of the following is most likely a theme of the story?

Hard work can bring great rewards.

Playing a musical instrument is too much work.

Friends shouldn't try to teach each other new things.

It's OK to give up on yourself.

What is a common theme in literature that explores the struggle between good and evil?

B) The triumph of good over evil

C) The complexity of human nature

D) The importance of friendship

How can the setting of a story influence its theme?

B) By creating a mood that supports the theme

A) By providing a backdrop for the action

C) By introducing new characters

D) By determining the length of the story

What is the role of character development in revealing a story's theme?

C) It shows how characters embody the theme

B) It adds complexity to the plot

Analyze Themes

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1 min • 1 pt

Which is the best description of theme?

The overall message that the author wants to send

The topic of the story

What happens in the story

The most exciting event in the story

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following could be a theme?

Wizards battle

The purple wizard wins

The silver wizard tries to control the purple wizard with a death ray

Being able to control people doesn't mean you'll always win

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following gives a clue about theme?

How are the characters related to each other?

Which character tells the story?

What is the balance between dialogue and description?

How do characters change? What do they learn?

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How can a theme be identified in a story?

By looking at the title only

By examining the actions and growth of characters

By counting the number of pages

By focusing on the illustrations

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Analyze how the author uses the interactions between characters in a story to highlight the theme of "the power of friendship." Provide an example from the text to support your analysis.

By showing characters solving problems together

By detailing each character's background

By focusing on the antagonist's actions

By describing the physical settings of their meetings

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1 min • 1 pt

Consider a story where the protagonist learns valuable lessons from different hardships they face. How does the theme of "growth through adversity" develop throughout the narrative?

Through the resolution of the plot

By the protagonist's changing relationships

Through the protagonist's reflections and decisions after each hardship

By the introduction of new characters

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

After reading a novel where the main character overcomes personal loss to achieve a significant goal, which of the following best describes the theme of the story?

The importance of perseverance

The details of the character's loss

The setting of the novel

The plot of the story

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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Analyze Themes

Which is the best description of theme?

Which of the following could be a theme?

Which of the following gives a clue about theme?

How can a theme be identified in a story?

Analyze how the author uses the interactions between characters in a story to highlight the theme of "the power of friendship." Provide an example from the text to support your analysis.

Consider a story where the protagonist learns valuable lessons from different hardships they face. How does the theme of "growth through adversity" develop throughout the narrative?

After reading a novel where the main character overcomes personal loss to achieve a significant goal, which of the following best describes the theme of the story?

In what way can the setting of a story contribute to its theme?

In a story where the main character moves from selfishness to generosity, identify and analyze the key turning point that supports the theme of transformation. Use evidence from the text.

Identify the theme in the following passage: "Despite the harsh conditions, the villagers continued to help one another, showing that even in the darkest times, humanity can shine through."

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