Compare and Contrast Genres

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

How can understanding genre and text structures help improve reading comprehension?

• By confusing readers with irrelevant information and misleading details

• By discouraging readers from exploring different genres and text structures

• By helping readers anticipate what to expect in a text, identify key information, and make connections between different parts of the text.

• By limiting readers' ability to engage with the text and make connections

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which graphic organizer can be used for comparing and contrasting?

• Timeline

• Venn Diagram

• Flowchart

• T-Chart

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of these key words can signal contrast?

• however

• but

• alike

• instead

• both

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The key word same…

• Contrast

• Compare

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does it mean to contrast?

• To tell what is alike and what is the same.

• To tell what is different.

• To tell what is the same.

• To tell what is alike and what is different.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Identify the key word that tells whether you are comparing or contrasting.

Unlike most vehicles, some older Volkswagens have their engine in the back.

• have

• engine

• vehicles

• unlike

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of these key words can signal comparison?

• although

• likewise

• too

• yet

• also

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the primary purpose of comparing and contrasting different genres in literature?

• To confuse readers with different writing styles

• To help readers understand the unique characteristics and purposes of each genre

• To make all genres appear the same

• To discourage readers from exploring different genres

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is a characteristic of the mystery genre?

• Focuses on futuristic technology

• Centers around solving a crime or uncovering secrets

• Involves magical creatures and fantasy worlds

• Explores historical events and figures