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Which characteristic primarily distinguishes creative nonfiction from technical writing?
Which characteristic primarily distinguishes creative nonfiction from technical writing?
- Technical writing always involves personal experiences, whereas creative nonfiction relies on external research.
- Creative nonfiction focuses solely on fictional events and characters, unlike technical writing.
- Technical writing aims to entertain, while creative nonfiction focuses on informing the reader about various subjects.
- Creative nonfiction uses literary techniques to present factual information, while technical writing prioritizes direct instruction and specialized terminology. (correct)
If a writer aims to inform their audience about the impact of a specific historical event using vivid language, personal anecdotes, and narrative structure, which genre is most suitable?
If a writer aims to inform their audience about the impact of a specific historical event using vivid language, personal anecdotes, and narrative structure, which genre is most suitable?
- Creative Nonfiction (correct)
- Technical writing
- Fiction
- Journalism
Which of the following best describes the primary goal of a creative nonfiction writer?
Which of the following best describes the primary goal of a creative nonfiction writer?
- To strictly adhere to journalistic standards and objectivity.
- To provide instructions or explain technical concepts.
- To create entirely fictional narratives for entertainment purposes.
- To convey information in an engaging manner that reads like fiction. (correct)
Which of the the following choices is NOT a primary category of creative nonfiction?
Which of the the following choices is NOT a primary category of creative nonfiction?
What is the key difference between an autobiography and a biography?
What is the key difference between an autobiography and a biography?
In creative nonfiction, what role does the 'informal essay' typically serve?
In creative nonfiction, what role does the 'informal essay' typically serve?
What is the primary goal of creative writing?
What is the primary goal of creative writing?
Which of the following best describes literary conventions, as they relate to genres?
Which of the following best describes literary conventions, as they relate to genres?
Which type of poetic imagery involves the communication of internal sensations like hunger and fatigue?
Which type of poetic imagery involves the communication of internal sensations like hunger and fatigue?
In situational irony, what is the relationship between what is expected and what actually occurs?
In situational irony, what is the relationship between what is expected and what actually occurs?
When analyzing creative nonfiction, what is the primary purpose of identifying the theme?
When analyzing creative nonfiction, what is the primary purpose of identifying the theme?
A play shows a character making plans for a surprise party, while the audience knows that the person they plan to surprise is aware of the party. What type of irony is this?
A play shows a character making plans for a surprise party, while the audience knows that the person they plan to surprise is aware of the party. What type of irony is this?
A character says, “What a beautiful day!” during a thunderstorm. What type of irony is being used?
A character says, “What a beautiful day!” during a thunderstorm. What type of irony is being used?
Which literary element relies on the arrangement of stressed and unstressed syllables to establish a pattern?
Which literary element relies on the arrangement of stressed and unstressed syllables to establish a pattern?
A playwright decides to end a tragic drama with a glimmer of hope. How does this choice relate to established literary conventions?
A playwright decides to end a tragic drama with a glimmer of hope. How does this choice relate to established literary conventions?
An author uses recurring images of darkness and light throughout a novel. What literary device is MOST likely being employed?
An author uses recurring images of darkness and light throughout a novel. What literary device is MOST likely being employed?
Which of the following represents the BEST example of a literary convention within the genre of fiction?
Which of the following represents the BEST example of a literary convention within the genre of fiction?
A poem deviates from traditional rhyme schemes and employs irregular line breaks. What is the MOST likely purpose of these deviations?
A poem deviates from traditional rhyme schemes and employs irregular line breaks. What is the MOST likely purpose of these deviations?
Which literary technique involves the author altering realities to enhance meaning, often seen in creative nonfiction?
Which literary technique involves the author altering realities to enhance meaning, often seen in creative nonfiction?
Which of the following literary devices involves a contrast between what is said and what is actually meant?
Which of the following literary devices involves a contrast between what is said and what is actually meant?
What is the primary function of literary techniques in a text?
What is the primary function of literary techniques in a text?
In the context of literary analysis, what does 'exposition' primarily achieve?
In the context of literary analysis, what does 'exposition' primarily achieve?
How does rhyme contribute to the rhythm of a poem?
How does rhyme contribute to the rhythm of a poem?
How does the use of symbolism typically affect a literary work?
How does the use of symbolism typically affect a literary work?
An author subtly hints at a future event early in the story. Which literary device are they employing?
An author subtly hints at a future event early in the story. Which literary device are they employing?
Which literary device involves a contrast between what is said and what is actually meant?
Which literary device involves a contrast between what is said and what is actually meant?
Which literary element encompasses the central idea or underlying message of a story?
Which literary element encompasses the central idea or underlying message of a story?
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a core element when defining a literary genre?
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a core element when defining a literary genre?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the use of foreshadowing in a narrative?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the use of foreshadowing in a narrative?
In literature, what is the primary purpose of using figurative language?
In literature, what is the primary purpose of using figurative language?
What literary element is best defined as the central argument or main point of a literary work?
What literary element is best defined as the central argument or main point of a literary work?
How does dramatic irony primarily function in a narrative?
How does dramatic irony primarily function in a narrative?
What aspect of literary composition is most directly influenced by diction?
What aspect of literary composition is most directly influenced by diction?
In the memoir excerpt, what primary character trait does the mother exhibit through her dialogue?
In the memoir excerpt, what primary character trait does the mother exhibit through her dialogue?
How does the memoir excerpt provided exemplify the use of dialogue as a literary technique?
How does the memoir excerpt provided exemplify the use of dialogue as a literary technique?
What type of imagery is primarily used in the phrase, 'She had the extreme difficulty of breathing'?
What type of imagery is primarily used in the phrase, 'She had the extreme difficulty of breathing'?
How does Sally Ardaniel Palomo’s description of her mother's hands contribute to the overall meaning of the passage?
How does Sally Ardaniel Palomo’s description of her mother's hands contribute to the overall meaning of the passage?
Which of the following is an example of olfactory imagery?
Which of the following is an example of olfactory imagery?
In the context of the passage, what does the narrator's admiration and pity for her mother suggest about her?
In the context of the passage, what does the narrator's admiration and pity for her mother suggest about her?
Which sense does gustatory imagery primarily appeal to?
Which sense does gustatory imagery primarily appeal to?
What can be inferred about the narrator's relationship with her father based on the statement, 'It is one thing that I owe to my father'?
What can be inferred about the narrator's relationship with her father based on the statement, 'It is one thing that I owe to my father'?
Which of the following sentences best exemplifies tactile imagery?
Which of the following sentences best exemplifies tactile imagery?
How does the narrator’s reflection on her mother's submissive nature contribute to the theme of the memoir?
How does the narrator’s reflection on her mother's submissive nature contribute to the theme of the memoir?
Flashcards
Creative Nonfiction
Creative Nonfiction
A genre that tells true stories using literary styles and techniques.
Technical Writing
Technical Writing
A type of writing used to communicate specialized information clearly and effectively.
Biographical Narrative
Biographical Narrative
A true account of someone else's life written by a different author.
Autobiographical Narrative
Autobiographical Narrative
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Personal Essay
Personal Essay
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Creative Writing
Creative Writing
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Goal of Creative Nonfiction
Goal of Creative Nonfiction
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Literary Genres
Literary Genres
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Organic imagery
Organic imagery
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Irony
Irony
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Verbal irony
Verbal irony
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Dramatic irony
Dramatic irony
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Theme
Theme
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Calloused Hands
Calloused Hands
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Meekness
Meekness
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Exposition
Exposition
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Dialogue
Dialogue
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Visual Imagery
Visual Imagery
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Auditory Imagery
Auditory Imagery
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Gustatory Imagery
Gustatory Imagery
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Tactile Imagery
Tactile Imagery
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Olfactory Imagery
Olfactory Imagery
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Kinesthetic Imagery
Kinesthetic Imagery
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Narrative Techniques
Narrative Techniques
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Imagery
Imagery
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Literary Techniques
Literary Techniques
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Figurative Language
Figurative Language
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Symbolism
Symbolism
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Thesis Statement
Thesis Statement
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Word Choice
Word Choice
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Literary Conventions
Literary Conventions
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Fiction
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Meter
Meter
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Rhythm
Rhythm
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Narrative Poem
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Lyrical Poem
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Free Verse
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Study Notes
Creative Nonfiction Overview
- Creative nonfiction uses literary styles and techniques to tell true stories about events and people. It's also called literary nonfiction or narrative nonfiction.
- It's distinct from other nonfiction forms like technical writing or journalism.
- In creative nonfiction, authors actively participate in the experiences described. The writing uses examples and explanations.
Technical Writing or Journalism
- This is a professional communication form.
- Professionals use it to convey specifics about specialized topics.
- A technical writer creates content to provide instructions or explain technical concepts, like environmental regulations, computer applications, or medical procedures.
Creative Nonfiction Categories
- Biographical narratives: The life history of an individual, written by someone other than the subject.
- Autobiographical narratives: The story of a person's life, written by the person themselves.
- Personal and informal essays: A reflection or response to an event or something or an informational piece about a personal experience.
Creative Writing
- Creative writing is a written art form that uses imagination to tell stories and compose essays, poetry, screenplays, novels, lyrics, and other forms.
Goal of Creative Writing
- Aims to entertain and share human experiences.
Literary Conventions
- Literary genres include poetry, prose, and drama. They're categorized by their literary conventions.
- Literary conventions are general norms and standards (plot, character, setting, theme, effect) in a literary genre, developed from the literary heritage.
- Conventions also involve how ideas are expressed (literal or figurative) including grammar, vocabulary, and story structure. They aim to create novelty and creativity.
Fiction
- Fiction is a literary genre that tells something based on imagination, not facts.
Poetry Norms
- Poetry structure and rhythm are tied to content and theme. A poem has verses or paired lines, and is metered.
- Patterns and techniques contribute to the overall meaning. Narrative poems tell a story; lyrical poems evoke emotions and thoughts.
- Some poets experiment and deviate from traditional rules of poetic grammar, structures, and line breaks to express themes and emotions. Unrhymed poetry paved the way for free verse.
Drama
- Drama endings can be happy, tragic, or a combination. Not all dramas follow these conventions; playwrights often inject creativity.
Literary Techniques & Concepts
- Literary techniques are the author's intended use of words to convey a message. They aren't always required unlike literary elements.
- Creative License involves exaggerating or altering reality to enhance and clarify the intended message. Writers have freedom to disregard writing conventions here.
- Figures of speech (simile, hyperbole, personification, onomatopoeia, oxymoron) are related to figurative language where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning.
- Symbolism uses objects or images to represent ideas, not only in fiction but nonfiction too.
- Exposition is a technique where the author interrupts the story to clarify or provide background information.
- Dialogue allows characters to speak to each other, enabling the expression of character thoughts and actions, and it can also take on the function of exposition in storytelling.
- Imagery uses detailed language to appeal to the reader's senses (visual, auditory, gustatory, tactile, olfactory, kinesthetic, and organic).
- Irony comes in three types. Verbal irony contrasts words with intended meaning. Situational irony is opposite of reader/character expectation. And dramatic irony is the contrast between character and audience knowledge.
- Theme is the central idea, thesis, or message of a literary work.
Creative Nonfiction Analysis - Guided Questions
- The guided questions are for analyzing creative nonfiction texts and help to understand the themes, techniques (creative license, figures of speech, symbolism, exposition, dialogue, imagery, irony) used by authors, helping identify the central message or theme.
Further Questions (General)
- Students are asked to reflect on their own struggles, motivations as students, and what they could hope to gain from the provided texts that they were asked to read, from the point of view of a grade 12 student.
Group Activity
- The "Taste of Words" group activity is a further exercise in in-depth analytical study of creative non-fiction.
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Explore creative nonfiction, a literary form blending factual accuracy with narrative techniques. Learn about its distinction from technical writing and journalism. Discover the different categories of work, including biographical and autobiographical narratives.
