Functions of Literary and Non-Literary Texts

Functions of Literary and Non-Literary Texts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Education, Literature

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The video tutorial explains the differences between literary and non-literary texts. Literary texts aim to narrate fictional worlds and provoke reflection, with genres like narrative and drama. Examples include stories, fables, and legends. Non-literary texts, on the other hand, aim to inform, persuade, or instruct about reality, with examples such as posters, news articles, and recipes.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of literary texts?

To narrate a fictional world and provoke reflection

To inform about real-world events

To persuade the audience

To provide instructions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a function of literary texts?

Reflection

Drama

Narrative

Instruction

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a literary text?

A poster

A news article

A fable

A recipe

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of non-literary texts?

To reflect on personal experiences

To entertain with drama

To inform, persuade, or instruct about reality

To narrate fictional stories

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT an example of a non-literary text?

A news article

A legend

A recipe

A poster