Understanding Literary Genres and Definitions

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What does fiction mean?

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A story that the author made up.

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What is a genre?

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A group that stories belong to.

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What is non-fiction?

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A story that is based on real facts and events.

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What is realistic fiction?

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A genre that tells a made-up story that could happen in real life.

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What is fantasy?

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A genre that includes magical elements and imaginary worlds.

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What is a biography?

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A genre that tells the life story of a real person.

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What is historical fiction?

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A genre that combines fictional stories with real historical events.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The main idea or underlying message in a story.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or figure that takes part in the action of a story.

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What is a setting in literature?

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The time and place where a story occurs.