some of the basic genres of literature
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Some of The Basic Genres Of Literature. So, rather than listen to me talk today you are going to use this tool to learn about different types of Literary Genres. Enjoy . HINTS: *anytime you want to start over click on the house - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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On to the next QuestionPlays with word sounds, rhymes, and phrasesMysteryFantasyScience FictionHistorical FictionPoetryFolktale
Youll get it next timeTry AgainMove OnMuchMoreIPromiseIncludes scientific factsMysteryFantasyScience FictionHistorical FictionPoetryFolktaleToday we are going to focus on some of the different types of fiction.
What is a Mystery?Has a realistic setting
All characters are involved in the problem or puzzle
Has clues throughout the story (foreshadowing)
Has a sequential orders
Story includes distractions (Red Herrings)
Has a realistic solution
MysteryWhat are the characteristics of a Fantasy?The major events could not happen
Takes place in current time
Realistic setting
The problem is solved using magic or impossible strategies
Example of a FantasyScience FictionThe major events are believable
Includes scientific facts
Takes place now or in the near future
Characters solve a problem using science
Example of Science FictionHistorical FictionThe setting is a real time or place in the past
Contains real historical events mixed with fictional events
Vividly describes people, places, & events
Follows a plot line
Fictional and/or real characters, but all seem real
Example of Historical FictionHow are things going so far?GOOD?BAD?Do you need to review?Click here toReviewOr click the arrow to move on36FolktaleTells an interesting story
Tell how people act
Teach values & cultural beliefs
Encourage imagination
Can be told orally
Includes fairy tales, myths, legends, & tall tales
FolktalePoetryShortened ideas that tell a story (Narrative) or reveal feelings (Lyric)
Uses words to create a picture
Plays with word sounds, rhymes, and phrases
PoetryNAME THAT GENREThe problem is solved using magic or impossible strategiesMysteryFantasyScience FictionHistorical FictionPoetryFolktale