Genre Review

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What is an autobiography?

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A story of one's life told by oneself.

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What is a fairy tale?

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A story with magic, monsters, and/or talking animals, often part of the oral tradition.

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What is horror fiction?

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A story that is meant to scare or frighten the reader.

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What is historical fiction?

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A fictional story based in a real time in history.

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What is fantasy?

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A genre that contains monsters, magic, or other supernatural elements.

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What is informational writing?

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Writing that provides factual information about a topic.

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What is persuasive writing?

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Writing that aims to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What is a myth?

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A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods or supernatural beings.

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What is a fable?

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A short story that typically features animals and conveys a moral lesson.

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What is a legend?

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A traditional story sometimes regarded as historical but unauthenticated.