Literary Genres

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What does 'Genre' mean?

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Category of literature or art.

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What is an autobiography?

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A written account of an individual's life written by that individual.

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What type of stories include magic, monsters, or superpowers?

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Fantasy.

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What is a biography?

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A written account of an individual's life written by someone else.

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What are the characteristics of poetry?

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May or may not rhyme; written in lines and stanzas.

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What is realistic fiction?

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Stories that could happen in real life, with believable characters and events.

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What defines science fiction?

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Stories that explore futuristic concepts, advanced technology, and space exploration.

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What is a tall tale?

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A humorous story with exaggerated elements, often based on folklore.

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What is the main purpose of an essay?

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To present an argument or a point of view on a specific topic.

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What is a graphic novel?

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A book made up of comics content, often telling a complete story.