Theme and Plot
True or False: Two different stories can have the same theme.
TRUE
If a character helps someone in need, they are described as what?
Kind or helpful
The central message or "life lesson" a story teaches is called this.
Theme
In a story where a character lies and eventually gets caught, what is the most likely theme?
Honesty
A character’s actions, thoughts, and feelings help the reader understand this.
The theme of a story
A character who does not stop trying, even when a task is very difficult, has this trait.
Persistent or determined
This is the most important point of a story.
Main Idea
A story about a girl who keeps practicing soccer despite losing, and finally wins a game, has a theme about what?
Perseverance or never giving up.
What is the "plot" of a story
the sequence of events
A character who lies to their friends is called this.
Dishonest
True or False: A story's theme is usually stated directly by the author.
False
A character in a story has many toys but is unhappy until they share with a friend. What is the theme?
sharing or friendship
In a plot, this is when the main character faces their biggest challenge.
Climax
When a character overcomes a challenge, how do you think they are feeling?
Happy or relieved
This can be used to identify a theme.
The main character's actions and changes
A story tells of a king who demands respect but is mean, and ends up with no friends. What is the lesson?
Kindness earns respect
Resolution
A story about a character who is grumpy but learns to be kind teaches a theme about this.
The importance of kindness.
The message of a story often focuses on these, such as friendship, honesty, or courage.
Common themes
If a character is scared to try something new, but does it anyway and enjoys it, what is the theme?
Facing your fears