Theme
Main Idea
Word Choice
Author's Purpose
100

 This is the central message or lesson that a story conveys

What is a theme?

100

The most important idea from a story/What the story is mainly about

What is a main idea?

100

The leaves began to change color, and the air turned cooler as we transitioned from summer to __________. 


Finish this sentence with correct spelling words. 

What is autumn?

100

PIE stands for 

What is Persuade, Inform, & Entertain

200

In a novel where characters learn the value of friendship and teamwork, what is the likely theme?

What is friendship or teamwork?

200
The main idea from the show Spongebob.

Who is SpongeBob that works at the Krusty Krab, a fast-food restaurant owned by the money-loving Mr. Krabs, and his best friend is a dim-witted starfish named Patrick?

200

The wild river was flowing rapidly, and the rocks were hidden beneath the fast-moving current, making it appear very ________.


Finish this sentence, using a spelling word. 

What is dangerous?

200

In a story where characters go on a thrilling adventure, what is the likely purpose of the author?

What is entertain?

300

In a short story where the protagonist faces a difficult decision, what might be the theme?

What is making difficult decisions?

300

These tell you more about the main idea and claims in the story

What are supporting details?

300

She used her eloquent arguments and compelling evidence to __________ her classmates to support her cause. 

What is persuade?
300

If a book provides step-by-step instructions on how to build a birdhouse, what is the author's purpose

What is inform?

400

If a story emphasizes the idea that people should embrace their differences and celebrate diversity, what is its theme?

What is Diversity and Acceptance?

400

Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America. It is on the Niagara River about halfway between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Niagara Falls is on the American and Canadian border. The American Falls is 167 feet high. On the Canadian side, the Horseshoe Falls is 161 feet high. 

What is the main idea of the paragraph?

Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America

400

After a thorough discussion, they finally decided to __________ the project and begin the first phase of development.


Finish the sentence, using a spelling word. 

What is initiate?

400

When an author shares facts and details about a famous historical event, what purpose does this serve?

What is inform?

500

The theme of The Breadwinner

What is facing your fears and having courage?

500
The main idea from Face your Fears: Choking under Pressure is every athlete's worst nightmare.

What is how can athletes face their fears instead of choking. 

500

The workshop aims to __________ effective communication and collaboration among team members.

What is facilitate?

500

What kind of writing is typically used to tell a fairy tale with a moral lesson?

What is entertain?

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