8th: Fiction Vs. Nonfiction

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This is a review of two important genres, fiction and nonfiction. Students may use their notes from the 8th grade Reader's Journey text, pgs. 6-7 to guide them during this quiz.

Questions and Answers

1.

Fiction once began as oral storytelling, and it was how people entertained one another.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that fiction originated from oral storytelling and served as a form of entertainment among people. This implies that in the past, before the advent of written literature, people would share stories verbally to entertain each other. Therefore, the answer "True" is correct as it aligns with the information provided.

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2.

This image is an example of a character that would be found in the nonfiction genre, in a text which contained facts about the "Border Collie" breed.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The image is an example of a character that would be found in the nonfiction genre because it is related to the "Border Collie" breed, which is a factual subject. In nonfiction texts, characters are often used to provide information and support the facts presented in the text. Therefore, the statement "True" is correct.

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3.

A character's conflict is part of which story element:
- A.
  
  Setting
- B.
  
  Theme
- C.
  
  Plot
Correct Answer
C. Plot

Explanation
A character's conflict is part of the plot. The plot refers to the sequence of events that make up a story, including the main character's struggles and conflicts. The conflict is a central element of the plot as it drives the story forward and creates tension and suspense. It is through the character's conflict that the plot unfolds and the story develops.

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4.

The mood helps establish which story element:
- A.
  
  Setting
- B.
  
  Plot
- C.
  
  Theme
Correct Answer
A. Setting

Explanation
The mood of a story helps establish the setting. The setting refers to the time and place in which the story takes place. The mood of a story can help create a specific atmosphere or tone that reflects the setting. For example, if the mood is dark and eerie, it can suggest a setting that is mysterious or ominous. The mood helps to set the stage and create a sense of atmosphere, which in turn helps to establish the setting of the story.

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5.

Which point-of-view perspective takes the "voice" of the narrator?
- A.
  
  First-person
- B.
  
  Second-person
- C.
  
  Third-person
Correct Answer
A. First-person

Explanation
The first-person point-of-view perspective takes the "voice" of the narrator. In this perspective, the narrator tells the story from their own personal experiences and uses pronouns like "I" and "me". This allows the reader to see the events and emotions of the story through the narrator's eyes and to gain insight into their thoughts and feelings.

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6.

What is the message that an author is trying to communicate called?
- A.
  
  Main idea
- B.
  
  Thread
- C.
  
  Theme
Correct Answer
C. Theme

Explanation
The message that an author is trying to communicate is called the theme. The theme is the underlying message or central idea of a literary work. It is the overarching concept or topic that the author wants to convey to the reader. The theme can be inferred through the events, characters, and symbols in the story, and it often reflects on universal truths or explores important social issues.

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7.

Which genre of nonfiction tells a "life story"? (Spelling counts, I'll accept a singular or plural versions of your response)

Correct Answer
biography
autobiography
biographies
autobiographies

Explanation
Biography and autobiography are genres of nonfiction that tell a "life story". Biographies refer to the life stories of other people written by someone else, while autobiographies are life stories written by the person themselves. Biographies and autobiographies can also be referred to in their plural forms, biographies and autobiographies, respectively.

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8.

What is one different type of nonfiction, other than the "life story" options from the previous question and an informational text, as noted inthe RJ (list them in the singular tense, ex: book versus books), ?

Correct Answer
essay
article
letter
journal
diary

Explanation
The correct answer is essay, article, letter, journal, diary. These are all different types of nonfiction writing. An essay is a short piece of writing on a particular subject. An article is a piece of writing that is published in a newspaper or magazine. A letter is a written message that is usually sent to someone. A journal is a personal record of daily events or experiences. A diary is similar to a journal, but it is usually more personal and focused on the writer's thoughts and feelings.

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9.

What is a suggested strategy for reading fiction and nonfiction in the RJ?
- A.
  
  Reread text
- B.
  
  Ask the teacher what the text means
- C.
  
  Mark the text
- D.
  
  Visualize what you read
Correct Answer
D. Visualize what you read

Explanation
Visualizing what you read is a suggested strategy for reading fiction and nonfiction in the RJ. This involves creating mental images or pictures in your mind based on the descriptions and details provided in the text. By visualizing, readers can better understand and remember the content, as it helps to engage the imagination and make connections with the material. This strategy can enhance comprehension and make reading more enjoyable and immersive.

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8th: Fiction Vs. Nonfiction

Fiction once began as oral storytelling, and it was how people entertained one another.

This image is an example of a character that would be found in the nonfiction genre, in a text which contained facts about the "Border Collie" breed.

A character's conflict is part of which story element:

The mood helps establish which story element:

Which point-of-view perspective takes the "voice" of the narrator?

What is the message that an author is trying to communicate called?

Which genre of nonfiction tells a "life story"? (Spelling counts, I'll accept a singular or plural versions of your response)

What is one different type of nonfiction, other than the "life story" options from the previous question and an informational text, as noted inthe RJ (list them in the singular tense, ex: book versus books), ?

What is a suggested strategy for reading fiction and nonfiction in the RJ?