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What is historical fiction?

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Historical fiction is a genre that includes stories about people or events from the past, but with a fictional part included.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme of a story is the message or lesson that the author would like the reader to learn.

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Which element would NOT be found in a historical fiction story?

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A frog talking to a prince.

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What is a primary source?

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A primary source is an original document or firsthand account from the time being studied.

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What is a secondary source?

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A secondary source is an informational passage about something that interprets or analyzes primary sources.

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What does the word 'fiction' mean?

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The word fiction refers to stories that are made up.

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Can historical fiction include real historical figures?

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Yes, historical fiction can include real historical figures, but the story itself may contain fictional elements.

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What is an example of a historical fiction story?

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An example of a historical fiction story is 'Number the Stars' by Lois Lowry, which is set during World War II.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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You can identify the theme of a story by looking for the main message or lesson that is conveyed through the characters' actions and events.

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What is the difference between historical fiction and fantasy?

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Historical fiction is based on real events and people from the past with fictional elements, while fantasy includes magical or supernatural elements that are not based in reality.