Intro to Fiction

What is a short story? (choose the best answer)

• A short story is a work of prose fiction.

• A short has several plots, several major and minor characters, and numerous settings.

• A short story is a work of prose fiction.

• A short story usually only contains one plot, a couple of main characters, and one important setting.

A novel contains.....

• Several major and minor characters

• Only 1 setting, always

• Numerous settings

• Several plots

In this genre of fiction, the main character usually takes on a detective role and tries to uncover clues to a crime.

• Horror

• Science Fiction

• Mystery

• Western

The main character is usually a cowboy, often fighting survival against evildoers or the wilderness.

• Science Fiction

• Western

• Fantasty

• Horror

Ghosts, monsters, and other dangerous characters lurk within this genre.

• Science Fiction

• Western

• Horror

• Fantasy

Advanced technology is the main element within this story. The setting will often take place in space, but it doesn't have to.

• Fantasy

• Science Fiction

• Western

• Folk Literature

This genre depends on magic and magical beings. Often this genre is set in another age or world.

• Fantasy

• Science Fiction

• Tall Tales

• Mystery

The _________ is the series of events that take place within a story.

The ________ is the most important character in the story. They are usually the "good guy."

The _________ is usually in conflict with the protagonist. They are often the "bad guy."