Nonfiction Preview

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What is a biography?

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A biography is a type of nonfiction that provides a detailed account of a person's entire life, including their experiences, achievements, and contributions.

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What is the main purpose of informational text?

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The main purpose of informational text is to inform or educate the reader about a specific topic, rather than to persuade.

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What is an essay?

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An essay is a short work of nonfiction that focuses on a single topic, allowing the author to express their opinions and ideas.

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What does 'author's purpose' mean?

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Author's purpose refers to the reason why a writer creates a particular work, which can include to inform, entertain, persuade, or express.

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Which of the following is NOT a type of nonfiction writing?

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Novel is not a type of nonfiction writing; it is a fictional narrative.

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What is a memoir?

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A memoir is a type of nonfiction that focuses on a specific period or event in a person's life, rather than their entire life.

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What are key characteristics of informational text?

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Key characteristics include being grounded in reality, covering diverse topics, and lacking literary elements like symbolism and irony.

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What is the difference between a biography and an autobiography?

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A biography is written by someone else about a person's life, while an autobiography is written by the person themselves.

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What is a feature article?

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A feature article is a type of nonfiction that explores a specific topic in depth, often including the author's perspective.

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What is the role of literary elements in informational text?

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Informational texts typically lack literary elements such as symbolism, irony, and suspense, focusing instead on factual content.