Literary Terms and Definitions

A fable is a:

• type of poem

• short story with a moral

• historical account

• scientific theory

An autobiography is a written account of a person's life written by:

• the person themselves

• a biographer

• a historian

• a journalist

What is Science fiction?

• A genre focused on historical events

• A genre that explores imaginative and futuristic concepts

• A genre that deals with real-life stories

• A genre that focuses on romantic relationships

What is Drama?

• A form of literature intended to be performed

• A type of music

• A style of painting

• A genre of dance

What is fantasy in literature?

• A genre of fiction that uses magic and other supernatural elements as a primary plot element, theme, or setting.

• A genre of fiction that focuses on romantic relationships.

• A genre of fiction that is based on real historical events.

• A genre of fiction that primarily deals with futuristic concepts.

Mystery fiction is a genre of fiction that involves a mysterious death or a crime to be solved.

• True

• False

What is historical fiction?

• A genre of literature that takes place in the past and often includes real historical figures or events.

• A type of science fiction that explores futuristic concepts and technologies.

• A form of non-fiction that provides factual accounts of historical events.

• A genre of fantasy that involves magical elements and mythical creatures.

A reference book is:

• a book that provides information on a specific subject

• a fictional storybook

• a collection of poems

• a personal diary

A fairy tale is a type of story that typically features what kind of characters and settings?

• Realistic characters and modern settings

• Mythical creatures and magical settings

• Historical figures and ancient settings

• Scientific concepts and futuristic settings

What is a biography?

• A detailed description of a person's life

• A fictional story

• A scientific report

• A historical event