Genre Flashcard

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What is a Mystery?

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A suspenseful story based around a problem that is solved at the end of the story.

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What is a Classic?

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A story that has remained popular throughout time.

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What is Humor in literature?

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Stories written to make the reader laugh.

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What is Traditional Literature?

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Stories that are often retold, which may change slightly each time they are told.

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What is an Autobiography?

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A story about a person written by that person.

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What is Realistic Fiction?

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

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What is a Biography?

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A story about a person's life written by someone else.

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What is Drama?

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A genre of literature that is intended to be performed, featuring dialogue and action.

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What is Poetry?

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A form of literary expression that uses rhythmic and aesthetic qualities of language.

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What is Historical Fiction?

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A genre that combines fictional characters and events with real historical settings.