Theme Thread

This worksheet focuses on the main themesexplored in *Squid Game*, such as economic disparity and human greed. Words like “Survival Instinct,” “Desperation,” and “Power & Control” reflect the social and psychological layers of the story. These themes drive the characters’ motivations and the overall conflict. It’s a deeper dive into the show’s message.

Students expand their academic vocabulary by identifying abstract and analytical terms. Thematic words boost reading comprehension and support critical thinking. It prepares learners for literary analysis and deeper text engagement. Through repetition and recognition, it builds vocabulary tied to ethics, sociology, and psychology.

Word Bank: Dark Side of Capitalism, Survival Instinct, Economic Despair, Betrayal & Trust, Social Inequality, Human Greed, Desperation, Good and Evil, Class Struggles, Gambling Addiction, The Price of Life, Power & Control, Wealth Disparity, Exploiting the Poor, Moral Dilemmas