Fiction vs. Non-Fiction

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What is Fiction?

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Fiction is a type of literature that tells stories created from the imagination. These stories may include made-up characters, events, and settings.

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What is Non-Fiction?

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Non-Fiction is a type of literature that provides factual information about real people, places, events, and things.

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Give an example of Fiction.

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An example of Fiction is a story about a monkey who does karate.

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Give an example of Non-Fiction.

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An example of Non-Fiction is a book about how polar bears eat and where they live.

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What do Non-Fiction books provide?

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Non-Fiction books provide real facts about people, places, things, and events.

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Can Fiction include elements of truth?

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Yes, Fiction can include elements of truth, but the overall story is created from the author's imagination.

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What is a common characteristic of Non-Fiction?

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A common characteristic of Non-Fiction is that it is based on facts and real information.

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Is a story about a witch who flies on a broom Fiction or Non-Fiction?

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It is Fiction.

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What type of literature would a biography fall under?

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A biography is a type of Non-Fiction.

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What is the purpose of Fiction?

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The purpose of Fiction is to entertain, tell stories, and explore human experiences through imagination.