Theme
Pick the main idea that matches this theme: Stand by your friend in good and bad times.
Loyalty
What is a theme?
A life lesson, meaning, moral, or message about life or human nature communicated by a literary work.
You do not have to ______________________ with the theme to identify it.
Agree
Pick the main idea that matches this theme: Face your fears and don't be afraid.
Courage
Choose the best THEME for the passage: Dan and Doug led the journalism club. While Dan was generally regarded as a better writer than Doug, Doug was invaluable to the publication for his investigative skills. Together, they had uncovered a scandal in the cafeteria that had been dubbed "Horsemeat-Gate." Due to Dan and Doug's compelling story, interest in the high school paper grew. Dan was even interviewed by the local paper. During the interview Dan spoke at length about all he had done to write the story. He failed to mention Doug's involvement.
Give credit to others when it is due.
Pick the main idea that matches this theme: Pay respect to someone or something.
Honor
Themes often must be ___________________.
Inferred
Theme is written in a __________________.
Sentence
Choose the best THEME for the passage: "What's up, Kirsty?" Cassandra asked. "I'm a little bummed out, Cassandra," Kirsty said. "If I don't pass math class, I'm not going to graduate." Cassandra smiled, "Oh, well that's easy." She continued, "Just do all of your homework and ace all of the tests and you'll pass," Cassandra answered smugly. Kirsty frowned, "Yeah, but you don't understand, Cassandra. I'm not good at math. It's very hard for me." Cassandra laughed, "Nonsense, Kirsty. Just do it."
Some things are easier said than done.
When trying to determine the theme of the story it needs to relate to?
The "real" world.
What are themes about?
The big picture.
Choose the best THEME for the passage: The Flies and the Honey-Pot A number of flies were attracted to a jar of honey which had been turned over in a housekeeper's room, and placing their feet in it, ate greedily. Their feet, however, became so smeared with the honey that they could not use their wings or release themselves, and were suffocated.
Think through the risks before following your instincts.
