Fiction vs. Nonfiction

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What is Fiction?

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Fiction is a type of book that tells stories created from the imagination. It is meant to entertain the reader.

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What is Nonfiction?

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Nonfiction is a type of book that provides facts and information about real events, people, and ideas.

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Give an example of a Fiction genre.

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Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Mystery are examples of Fiction genres.

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What type of book would you read to learn facts for a project?

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You would read a Nonfiction book to learn facts and information for a project.

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What is the main purpose of Fiction books?

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The main purpose of Fiction books is to entertain the reader.

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What is the main purpose of Nonfiction books?

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The main purpose of Nonfiction books is to inform and educate the reader.

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Can a book be both Fiction and Nonfiction?

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No, a book is either Fiction or Nonfiction, but it cannot be both.

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What is a common feature of Fiction books?

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Fiction books often include characters, plots, and settings that are made up.

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What is a common feature of Nonfiction books?

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Nonfiction books often include facts, statistics, and real-life examples.

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Name a type of Fiction book.

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A chapter book is a type of Fiction book.