Literary Genres

What are Literary Genre?

• Classification of a literary work by its form, content, and style into categories.

• Different types of writing techniques

• Various methods of reading books/plays

What is the definition of a protagonist in literature?

• The main character in a literary work, often the hero or heroine

• A character who opposes the main character

• A character who has a minor role in the story

What is the purpose of foreshadowing in literature?

• To give hints or clues about what will happen later in the story

• To provide background information about the characters

• To create suspense and tension in the plot

What is the role of the antagonist in a literary work?

• To create conflict and opposition for the protagonist

• To support and help the protagonist

• To provide comic relief in the story

5 categories of Genre

• Fiction

• Non Fiction

• Poetry

• Drama

• Folklore

What does the Poetry Category entail?

• The Poetry Category entails the study and appreciation of novels and short stories.
• The Poetry Category entails the study and appreciation of historical events and figures.
• The Poetry Category consists of writing that follow meter and rhythm for every line written,

• The Poetry Category entails the study and appreciation of mathematical equations and formulas.

An example of Drama?

• Romance
• Comedy
• Play
• Action

What is the Non - Fiction Category?

• Books that are completely made up
• Books about fictional characters and events
• Books based on real events, people, and facts
• Books based on myths and legends

What is the Fiction Category?

• Historical events
• Non-fiction stories
• Scientific research
• Imaginative or made-up stories

Difference between Non Fiction and Fiction?

• Non-fiction is not based on real events and facts, while fiction is based on real events.
• Non-fiction is imaginary and not based on real events, while fiction is is based on real events.
• Non-fiction is based on real events and facts, while fiction is based on real events.
• Non-fiction is based on real events and facts, while fiction is imaginary and not based on real events.