Genre Elements Quiz

Which of the following is an example of nonfiction?

• A story about dragons and wizards

• A biography of Abraham Lincoln

• A collection of fairy tales

• A novel set in the future

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the primary purpose of nonfiction texts?

• To entertain

• To inform or educate

• To express personal emotions

• To create imaginative scenarios

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the genre of a book that contains mostly poems.

• Fiction

• Nonfiction

• Poetry

• Drama

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Which characteristic is typical of fiction?

• It is based on real events.

• It primarily aims to present facts.

• It includes characters and a plot.

• It is usually written in a textbook format.

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What is a common element of poetry?

• Dialogue

• Rhyme

• Graphs and charts

• References

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Choose the option that best describes a feature unique to fiction.

• Accurate historical details

• Imaginary elements

• Factual information

• Instructional content

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How can you tell a text is nonfiction?

• It has a lot of characters.

• It describes imaginary places.

• It provides factual information.

• It ends with a moral lesson.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the main purpose of including rhyme in poetry?

• To provide facts

• To enhance the musical quality of the poem

• To make the poem longer

• To confuse the reader

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following best helps in identifying a piece of writing as poetry?

• The presence of chapters

• The use of stanzas

• The inclusion of a bibliography

• Detailed character descriptions

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why might an author choose to write a nonfiction text?

• To explore the possibilities of an alternate reality

• To share knowledge or convey information about real events

• To develop a story around a fictional character

• To entertain with humorous characters and plots

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking