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Grade 12 Creative Nonfiction

Quiz by Donna Santos Villanueva

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  • Q1
    What is creative nonfiction?
    A type of fiction that is not based on true events
    A genre of writing that uses literary techniques to tell nonfiction stories
    A form of nonfiction that is only based on facts
    A type of poetry that contains elements of truth
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following is an example of creative nonfiction?
    Hamlet by William Shakespeare
    The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien
    The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
    In Cold Blood by Truman Capote
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of creative nonfiction?
    To make up stories that are entertaining
    To present facts in a dry and boring manner
    To promote propaganda
    To tell true stories in an engaging and literary way
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following is NOT a subgenre of creative nonfiction?
    Memoir
    Narrative journalism
    Personal essay
    Horror
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the difference between creative nonfiction and journalism?
    Journalism is only found in newspapers, while creative nonfiction is found in books
    Creative nonfiction is only about personal experiences, while journalism covers a wide range of topics
    Journalism is always objective and unbiased, while creative nonfiction is always subjective
    Creative nonfiction uses literary techniques and a personal voice, while journalism focuses on factual reporting
    30s
  • Q6
    What is a personal essay?
    A news article that reports on a personal event
    A type of creative nonfiction that explores personal experiences and reflections
    A type of poem that tells a personal story
    A fictional story that is based on real people and events
    30s
  • Q7
    What is narrative journalism?
    Journalism that is only about politics and government
    Journalism that is only found on TV news programs
    Journalism that is only about celebrities and gossip
    Journalism that uses storytelling techniques to report on real events
    30s
  • Q8
    What is a memoir?
    A type of poetry that focuses on famous historical figures
    A type of news article that reports on personal events
    A type of creative nonfiction that focuses on the author's personal experiences and memories
    A type of fiction that is written as a series of letters
    30s
  • Q9
    What is literary journalism?
    A type of nonfiction that uses literary techniques to report on real events or people
    A type of poetry that uses news events as inspiration
    A type of fiction that is written in the form of a journal
    A type of news article that only reports on cultural events
    30s
  • Q10
    What is a feature story?
    A type of creative nonfiction that is written in a specific format
    A type of news article that only covers important events
    A type of journalism that focuses on a person, place, or event in depth
    A type of fiction that is written as a series of short stories
    30s
  • Q11
    What is the purpose of literary themes?
    To provide a distraction from real-world problems
    To entertain the reader with exciting plots and characters
    To teach the reader about history and geography
    To convey a deeper meaning and provide insight into the human experience
    30s
  • Q12
    Which of the following is NOT a way that themes can be presented in literature?
    Through dance routines
    Through thoughts and conversations of different characters
    Through the use of symbols and motifs
    Through the actions and events happening in the narrative
    30s
  • Q13
    What is the ultimate goal of identifying themes in literature?
    To use as a discussion topic at parties
    To impress others with your knowledge
    To memorize the themes for a test
    To gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the work
    30s
  • Q14
    Which of the following is an example of a direct indication of theme?
    The words love (a) and loyalty (b) in the text
    The protagonist's favorite color
    An extended description of a sunset
    A metaphorical comparison of the protagonist to a tree
    30s
  • Q15
    What can actions and events in a narrative help determine?
    The setting of the story
    The protagonist's favorite food
    The author's favorite color
    The story's theme
    30s

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