English Language Arts: Literary Genres Review

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What is Non-fiction?

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A genre characterized by being solely based on real events, facts, and information.

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How does the setting influence conflict in literature?

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The setting can illustrate how characters' lives are in conflict with their culture or environment.

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What profession did the author's father have in the reading?

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He worked in the stockyards.

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What defines a Memoir?

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A nonfictional narrative based on the author's personal memories.

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From whose perspective is the story 'BY ANY OTHER NAME' narrated?

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Santha's.

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What is Fiction?

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A genre that involves imaginative storytelling, not based on real events.

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What is Poetry?

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A literary genre that expresses ideas and emotions through rhythmic and often metaphorical language.

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What is Drama?

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A genre that involves the performance of written dialogue and action, typically in a play format.

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What is a Literary Genre?

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A category of literature defined by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.

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What is the significance of setting in a story?

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Setting establishes the time and place of the narrative, influencing the plot and character development.