Understanding Genres: Realistic Fiction

What is a genre?

•  A type of video game

• A category of literature

• A character in a story

• A setting for a book

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Realistic fiction is characterized by which of the following?

• Magic and supernatural elements
  

• Characters and events that could happen in real life
  

• Historical events only
  

• Fantasy creatures and adventures

Which of the following is an example of realistic fiction?

• A story about dragons

• A book about a school-aged child dealing with everyday issues

• A tale of an alien invasion
  

• A superhero comic book

What does "contemporary" mean in the context of contemporary realistic fiction?

• Based on events from the past
  

• Written and set in the current time

• Involving magical beings

• Focused on future technology

Why might a book written many years ago still be valuable?

• It uses modern language

• It reflects current life situations
  

• It can help readers understand universal themes

•  It is full of fantasy elements

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