Fiction Subgenre Review

What is the main theme of a Fable?

• To entertain with complex narratives and characters.

• To impart a moral lesson through a simple story, often featuring animals.

• To provide historical accounts of real events.

• To explore philosophical questions about existence.

What is Historical Fiction?

• A genre that combines fictional characters and events with real historical settings and events.

• A type of literature that focuses solely on real historical figures.

• A narrative that is entirely based on imaginary events without any historical context.

• A genre that includes only poetry and drama set in the past.

What is Fantasy?

• A story that includes impossible elements like magical beings, powers, places, and objects.

• A narrative based on real historical events and figures.

• A genre focused on scientific advancements and technology.

• A type of literature that strictly adheres to realistic portrayals of life.

What is a Tall-tale?

• A factual account of historical events.

• An exaggerated and humorous story featuring a main character who is super-human or larger than life.

• A short story with a moral lesson.

• A poem that tells a story in a rhythmic manner.

How do Tall-tales reflect American culture?

• They often exaggerate the characteristics of American life and values, showcasing larger-than-life heroes.

• They focus on historical events without any embellishment.

• They depict American culture through realistic and mundane stories.

• They primarily highlight the struggles of immigrants in America.

What is Realistic Fiction?

• A genre that presents stories that could happen in real life, with believable characters and events.

• A genre that includes magical elements and fantastical creatures.

• A genre that focuses on historical events and figures.

• A genre that explores futuristic concepts and technology.

What subgenre does 'Autumntime' belong to?

• Fantasy

• Science fiction

• Mystery

• Romance

What is the purpose of a Myth?

• To entertain audiences with fictional stories.

• To explain natural phenomena, cultural practices, or historical events through storytelling.

• To provide scientific explanations for natural occurrences.

• To serve as a historical record of events.

What is a Folktale?

• A popular story passed down orally from one generation to the next among common folk.

• A written narrative that is published in books.

• A scientific explanation of natural phenomena.

• A historical account of significant events.

What is a Myth?

• A cultural story that explains how something came to be, often involving gods, goddesses, and supernatural characters.

• A scientific explanation of natural phenomena based on empirical evidence.

• A historical account of real events and figures from the past.

• A fictional tale meant to entertain without any moral or lesson.