Genre Characteristics

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What is a genre?

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A genre is a category of literature or art that shares similar characteristics, themes, or styles.

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What are the main characteristics of fiction?

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Fiction includes imaginary events, characters, and settings, often designed to entertain or convey a message.

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What is nonfiction?

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Nonfiction is a genre that presents factual information, including biographies, essays, and informational texts.

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What is a drama?

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A drama is a genre of literature intended for performance, featuring dialogue and action.

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What is an autobiography?

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An autobiography is a self-written account of the author's life.

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What is a biography?

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A biography is a detailed description of a person's life written by someone else.

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What is a memoir?

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A memoir is a collection of memories that an individual writes about moments or events in their life.

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What is literary nonfiction?

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Literary nonfiction uses literary styles and techniques to create factually accurate narratives.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

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The purpose of an argumentative text is to persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint or argument.

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What are key ideas in nonfiction?

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Key ideas are the main points or concepts that the author wants to convey in a nonfiction text.