G19.1 Single Sentence Exercise: State General Theme of Current Title
Literary Core Skill:
Grammar Level 19: Explain the general theme of various titles.
Visit G19 Page —>
Elements of Fiction:
Assignment Type:
Description:
This worksheet asks students to state the general theme (subject/topic/idea) of current title a single word.
The “general theme” of a story is the universal idea, topic, or question that the story addresses; the subject toward which the author wishes to turn the conversation. It is distinct from the “specific theme” of a story, which is the case, point, or argument that the author is making about that topic.
Grading Rubric:
Pass/ Fail based on plausibility.