20 questions
A fictional story that could happen in real life, but is NOT a true story
autobiography
realistic fiction
legend
tall tale
A fictional story that contains unrealistic settings, or magic, often set in a medieval universe, or possibly involving mythical beings or supernatural forms; not possible in real life
mystery
mystery
realistic fiction
fantasy
The TRUE story of a person's life in which the author is writing about someone else.
nonfiction
autobiography
biography
fiction
Verse with imagery that is written to express feelings and emotions.
prose
poetry
fantasy
historical fiction
Based on the life of a real person, but events are exaggerated. Often includes heroic actions.
Myth
Legend
Historical Fiction
Tall Tale
These stories often explain how something in nature came to be or teach a lesson about how to live life. Could also include gods or goddesses.
Fable
Tall Tale
Legend
Myth
Includes magic, royalty, and good vs. evil. Often begins with "Once upon a time..."
Realistic Fiction
Fantasy
Fairy Tale
Tall Tale
The main character is larger than life with super-human abilities. Many exaggerations with an impossible and humorous plot.
Fable
Tall Tale
Fantasy
Legend
A made up story.
Fiction
Nonfiction
A true story.
Fiction
Nonfiction
This genre includes traditional stories that have been passed down through generations. Many are exaggerated. Many were passed down orally.
Folklore
Fiction
Nonfiction
Poetry
True or False: Graphic Novels are a genre of literature?
True
False