Historical Fiction Unit Test

True/False: When readers read more than one story set in an era, they see a different viewpoint about the time period.

• True

• False

Fill in the blank: Each character has a backstory and a ____ evolving story.

• Previous

• Past

• Current

Common characteristics of Historical Fiction include(s):

• Historical events and historical people

• Invented scenes or dialogue

• Authentic and believable details

• All of the above

True/False: Mistakes are made by characters in all types of books. These mistakes can affect the character and society.

• True

• False

What is the definition of historical fiction?

• Completely true story

• Made up story

• Story based on historical past events

• Unrealistic story

True/False: Historical Fiction is a literary genre that reconstructs past events in fictional stories.

• True

• False

As I grazed in the field, I realized that there were not any other animals around. I had a weird feeling that something was wrong. The other animals that are usually making noises are all silent. I see a shadow up in a tree. I think that is is unsafe here, so I am going to run away.

From what point of view is the passage written?

• First person

• Second person

• Third person

True/False: Characters in historical fiction are not just changed, they are transformed. They come of age in the story.

• True

• False

What is conflict?

• Two characters getting along.

• A struggle between two opposing forces.

• The climax in a story.

• Part of the resolution.

True/False: Minor characters can help carry out the big message or the big idea of the novel.

• True

• False