Nonfiction Comprehension

What is a Nonfiction book?

• A made up story

• Boring

• A book about real things

• A book about animals

In non-fiction, you should always:

• preview the text first.

• find the setting and problem.

• number the stanzas.

• identify the problem.

Non-fiction text can be opinionated.

• True

• False

What text structure organizes the text by explaining how things are alike and different?

• cause and effect

• sequence

• compare and contrast

• description

What is the primary purpose of nonfiction writing?

• To entertain the reader with fictional stories

• To provide factual information and insights

• To create imaginary worlds and characters

• To confuse the reader with complex plots

Which of the following is a characteristic of nonfiction?

• It includes imaginary characters

• It is based on factual information

• It always has a happy ending

• It is written in poetic form

What is a common feature of nonfiction texts?

• They include a plot with a climax

• They provide factual information

• They are written in rhyme

• They focus on fictional characters

Which of the following is NOT a type of nonfiction?

• Biography

• Autobiography

• Science fiction

• Memoir

What is the main difference between fiction and nonfiction?

• Fiction is always longer than nonfiction

• Nonfiction is based on real events and facts

• Fiction is written in first person

• Nonfiction is always more interesting

Which of the following is an example of nonfiction?

• A novel about a wizard

• A biography of a historical figure

• A poem about love

• A play about a fictional kingdom