Understanding Literary Genres

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What is a fable?

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A fable is a genre characterized by stories that feature animals that talk and often teach a moral lesson.

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CCSS.RL.3.2

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What is a folktale?

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A folktale is a genre that involves stories passed down orally from generation to generation, often explaining cultural traditions.

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CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

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What is nonfiction?

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Nonfiction is a genre that includes factual information, such as biographies and history.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.10

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What is a biography?

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A biography is a genre that tells the story of a person's life written by someone else.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

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What is an autobiography?

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An autobiography is a genre that involves stories based on the author's own life experiences.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

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CCSS.RI.9-10.10

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What is a fairy tale?

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A fairy tale is a genre that involves magical elements, often with a struggle between good and evil.

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What is a tall tale?

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A tall tale is a genre that features exaggerated stories about real people and events, often with humorous elements.

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CCSS.RL.8.9

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What is realistic fiction?

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Realistic fiction is a genre that involves stories that could happen in real life, with believable characters and events.

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What is the main purpose of a fable?

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The main purpose of a fable is to teach a moral lesson through the actions of talking animals.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

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How do folktales reflect culture?

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Folktales reflect culture by passing down traditions, values, and beliefs from one generation to another.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5