Literary Genres

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What is Historical Fiction?

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A genre of literature that involves fictional stories based on or around important people or events from the past.

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What are the key elements of Historical Fiction?

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1. Real people from the past 2. Real facts and events from the past 3. Made-up stories about the past

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What is a Graphic Novel?

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Technically not a genre, but a format that combines text and illustrations to tell a story.

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Are autobiographies written about someone else's life?

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False. Autobiographies are written about the author's own life.

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What defines the Fantasy genre?

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A genre where the author creates a magical world where anything is possible.

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What is Realistic Fiction?

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A genre that presents stories that could happen in real life, featuring believable characters and events.

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What is Science Fiction?

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A genre that explores futuristic concepts, advanced technology, space exploration, and often includes elements that are not scientifically possible.

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What is the difference between Fiction and Non-Fiction?

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Fiction refers to stories created from the imagination, while Non-Fiction refers to factual accounts and real events.

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What is a Fable?

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A short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral lesson.

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What is a Biography?

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A detailed description or account of someone's life written by someone else.