Task: Identify the theme of each story.
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Story 1: Katie Clean and Messy Missy
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Summary: Katie Clean invites Messy Missy to work on a biology project. Messy Missy is careless and disrespectful of Katie's property, leaving a mess everywhere. Katie tries to be polite but eventually asks her to leave. The teacher allows Katie to work alone, and Messy Missy fails to complete the assignment properly.
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Key Elements:
- Messy Missy disrespects Katie's property (e.g., not taking off boots, eating on the bedspread, throwing trash).
- Katie values cleanliness and respect for others' property.
- The outcome shows that respecting others' property leads to better results.
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Theme: The story emphasizes the importance of respecting other people’s property.
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Correct Answer:
B. Respect other people’s property.
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Story 2: Tammy and Sammy in Mr. Morton’s Class
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Summary: Tammy and Sammy are students in Mr. Morton’s reading class. Sammy procrastinates and doesn’t complete his assignments, while Tammy works diligently every night. At the end of the quarter, Tammy earns an A and enjoys a stress-free weekend, while Sammy struggles to catch up and earns a C minus.
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Key Elements:
- Sammy procrastinates and pays the price with poor grades and stress.
- Tammy completes her work immediately and reaps the benefits of good grades and a relaxed weekend.
- The story highlights the consequences of delaying work versus completing it promptly.
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Theme: The story teaches that it is better to do your work right away rather than procrastinate.
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Correct Answer:
A. It is better to do your work right away.
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Story 3: Michael Jordan’s High School Basketball Journey
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Summary: In high school, Michael Jordan tried out for the varsity basketball team but was cut because he was too short. Instead of giving up, Jordan worked harder, grew taller, and made the team the following year. He went on to become one of the greatest basketball players in history.
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Key Elements:
- Jordan faced an obstacle (being too short) but didn’t let it defeat him.
- He persevered through hard work and determination.
- His success came from never giving up despite initial setbacks.
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Theme: The story illustrates the importance of perseverance and not giving up in the face of challenges.
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Correct Answer:
B. Never give up.
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Final Answers:
1.
Respect other people’s property.
Box B
2.
It is better to do your work right away.
Box A
3.
Never give up.
Box B
Final Answer:
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of identifying theme worksheets.
