Theme
What is a theme?
A universal life lesson
What is central idea?
The main point or message the author wants to convey
one sentence that lets the reader know what the whole essay is about
What is growth mindset?
Believing that abilities and intelligence can be developed with effort and learning
What is the definition for Nonchalant
Nonchalant means relaxed
True or False: Simba decides to return home after he learned about what Scar had done to his family's kingdom is a theme
False. This is a central idea
How can you find the central idea in a paragraph?
Look at the claim or topic sentence (additionally, you can also look at the conclusion)
what is claim?
One sentence that describes what a paragraph is about
name one ingredient for success
hard work, perseverance, etc.
What is the definition of conscious
Conscious means being aware of what is going on around you
True or False: A theme can only be one word long
False, a theme can be a phrase or a complete idea
True or False: The central idea can change throughout a text
True, as the author may present new information or perspectives
Why is evidence important to an essay?
It supports the claims and makes an argument more convincing
How can failure contribute to success?
Failure teaches lessons and helps individuals improve and grow
What is the definition of fierce
Fierce means very strong
How are theme and central idea related?
The theme is a broader message, while central idea is the specific point the author makes in the text
Give an example of a central idea from a well known story
In "The Tortoise and the Hare" the central idea is that slow and steady wins the race
What role does reasoning play in an essay?
It explains how evidence supports the claim and connects the idea
It encourages students to embrace challenges and view mistakes as opportunities to learn
What is the definition of effective?
Effective means something that works