Genres Quiz

What is a genre in literature?

• A category of writing

• A category of music

• A type of dance

• A type of food

(a)   might you find in a fantasy story?

• Ordinary people
• Historical figures
• Magical characters
• Scientists

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a fantasy story?

• Imaginative

• Realistic

• Magical

• Entertaining

Which genre of literature is known for exploring the impact of science?

• Mystery

• Romance

• Science fiction

• Fantasy

Science fiction is a genre of literature that is often set in which of the following?

• The past

• The present

• The future or other planets

• Mythical lands

What is the main difference between drama and other forms of literature?

• Drama is written in verse

• Drama is meant to be performed

• Drama is composed for reading

• Drama is written in prose

What is poetry?

• A) An essay

• B) A literary work that is written to make the reader feel things

• C) A true paragraph

• D) A made up story

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of poetry?

• A) Expression of feelings

• B) Use of distinctive style

• C) Use of rhythm

• D) Use of scientific terminology

The experience of reading poetry is best described as (a)  

• A) Boring and monotonous
• B) Rich and emotional
• C) Confusing and unclear
• D) Technical and dry

Which of the following is an example of historical fiction?

• A novel about a made-up character living during World War II

• A biography of a famous historical figure

• A science fiction story set in the future

• A fantasy novel set in an imaginary world