English Essentials - Nailing Non-Fiction – 'Big Picture' Questions in Non-fiction Analysis (Stage 6, Years/Grades 11-12)

What is the primary distinction between nonfiction and fiction texts?

• Nonfiction is always written, while fiction can be any medium.

• Nonfiction refers to real events, while fiction is based on imaginary worlds.

• Nonfiction is meant to entertain, while fiction aims to inform.

• Nonfiction is a specific medium, while fiction is a genre.

Which book is used as an example of persuasive nonfiction in the lesson?

• Stasiland by Anna Funder

• 1984 by George Orwell

• To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

• The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

What is an appeal to logos primarily based on?

• Emotional storytelling

• Logical reasoning and evidence

• Establishing authority

• Personal anecdotes

Which of the following is NOT a method of appealing to logos?

• Creating emotional narratives

• Presenting graphs

• Using statistics

• Providing hypothetical examples

What is the purpose of using expert opinions in nonfiction?

• To entertain the audience

• To establish the author's authority

• To confuse the reader

• To provide emotional appeal

What is an ad hominem attack?

• A way to establish credibility through expert opinions

• A logical argument based on evidence

• An attack on a person's character rather than their argument

• A method of appealing to emotions

How can a composer establish their own ethos?

• By avoiding any form of appeal

• By using colloquial language

• By attacking their opponent's character

• By using complex language

What is the main focus of an appeal to pathos?

• Providing statistical data

• Logical reasoning

• Emotional engagement

• Establishing authority

Which rhetorical technique is used to create emotional weight?

• Expert opinions

• Metaphors

• Graphs

• Statistics

What is the effect of using visual imagery in nonfiction?

• It confuses the audience

• It provides logical reasoning

• It establishes the author's authority

• It helps the audience visualize concepts