
Genre & text structures
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of genre in literature?
Genre in literature is the color of the book cover
Genre in literature refers to the font size used in a book
Genre in literature is the category or type of literary work characterized by a specific form, content, or style.
Genre in literature is the number of pages in a novel
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Name three common genres found in literature.
fiction, non-fiction, poetry
biography
fantasy
drama
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CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the difference between fiction and non-fiction.
Fiction is based on real events, while non-fiction is purely imaginative.
The main difference between fiction and non-fiction is that fiction is imaginary, while non-fiction is factual.
Fiction is always longer in length compared to non-fiction.
Fiction is always written in the first person, while non-fiction is written in the third person.
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CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the key elements of a persuasive text?
Clear thesis statement, supporting evidence, logical reasoning, counterarguments, call to action
Long paragraphs, complex vocabulary, lack of structure, irrelevant information
Biased language, unsupported claims, lack of credibility, weak conclusion
Emotional appeal, personal anecdotes, rhetorical questions, repetition
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CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Discuss the importance of identifying the genre of a text before reading it.
It helps set the reader's expectations and enhances comprehension, engagement, and critical analysis.
Genre classification limits the reader's creativity and imagination.
Identifying the genre is irrelevant and does not impact the reading experience.
It confuses the reader and leads to misinterpretation of the text.
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using descriptive language in a descriptive text?
To confuse the reader
To provide factual information only
To create vivid images, convey emotions, and engage the reader's senses.
To minimize the impact of the text
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Compare and contrast the text structures of a compare and contrast essay and a cause and effect essay.
A compare and contrast essay focuses on explaining reasons and consequences, while a cause and effect essay emphasizes similarities and differences.
The text structure of a compare and contrast essay emphasizes similarities and differences, while a cause and effect essay focuses on explaining reasons and consequences.
Both a compare and contrast essay and a cause and effect essay focus on explaining reasons and consequences.
The text structure of a compare and contrast essay is the same as a cause and effect essay.
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CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
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