Comparing Texts (Comedy, Crime, Fantasy)

Which of the following elements is most commonly found in crime fiction?

• • A. Magic spells and mythical creatures

• • B. A detective or investigator solving a mystery

• • C. Humorous misunderstandings and satire

• • D. Talking animals and enchanted forests

Which genre typically includes characters like wizards, dragons, and enchanted items?

• • A. Crime

• • B. Fantasy

• • C. Comedy

• • D. Biography

What type of setting is most commonly found in fantasy literature?

• • A. A modern-day city

• • B. A magical, otherworldly realm

• • C. A courtroom or police station

• • D. A school classroom

In which genre would you most likely find a plot centered around a heist or a crime investigation?

• • A. Comedy

• • B. Fantasy

• • C. Romance

• • D. Crime

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True or False: Comedy texts often rely on exaggerated characters and situations to create humor.

• True

• False

True or False: Crime, Fantasy, and Comedy genres can sometimes overlap, creating hybrid genres like comedic fantasy or crime comedy.

• True

• False

True or False: Fantasy texts often explore real-life criminal justice systems in detail.

• True

• False

Identify the genre of the following scenario: "A group of misfit adventurers embarks on a journey to retrieve a magical stone that can restore peace to their kingdom, encountering dragons and wizards along the way."

Identify the genre of the following scenario:
"A detective works tirelessly to piece together clues and uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious robberies in a bustling city."

Identify the genre of the following scenario:
"A series of mix-ups and mistaken identities leads to hilarious situations as two friends try to organize a surprise party that goes wildly wrong."