Distinguishing Between Fiction and Nonfiction

Miss White introduces the lesson on distinguishing fiction from non-fiction, explaining key features and differences. She discusses how to identify non-fiction, the role of Snopes in fact-checking, and explores various genres. The lesson concludes with a comparison of fiction and non-fiction, highlighting their similarities and differences.

What is the main learning target of this lesson?

• To write a fiction story

• To compare the features of fiction and non-fiction

• To read a non-fiction book

• To identify different genres

What does the term 'feature' mean in the context of this lesson?

• A genre of books

• A characteristic of something

• A type of fiction

• A type of non-fiction

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of non-fiction texts?

• Underlined keywords

• Imaginary characters

• Sensory details

• Fictional plots

How can you remember the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

• Fiction equals true, non-fiction equals false

• Fiction equals not real, non-fiction equals real

• Fiction equals real, non-fiction equals fake

• Fiction equals fake, non-fiction equals not fake

What should you do if you find something online that seems unbelievable?

• Share it with friends

• Check it on Snopes.com

• Ignore it

• Believe it immediately

What is a common clue that a book is non-fiction?

• It has a photograph on the cover

• It has a subtitle

• It has a drawing on the cover

• It has a fictional plot

Which genre can have both fiction and non-fiction versions?

• Science Fiction

• Fantasy

• Mystery

• Romance

What are the main elements always present in fiction?

• Character, setting, and plot

• Underlined keywords

• Facts and figures

• Subtitles and photographs

Which type of writing can often be read out of order?

• Science fiction

• Historical fiction

• Non-fiction

• Fiction

What is a common goal of both fiction and non-fiction writers?

• To confuse the reader

• To write only facts

• To avoid descriptive writing

• To entertain the reader