18 Questions
What is the purpose of choosing a topic and linking possible questions in the prewriting stage of creative nonfiction?
To identify the key themes and ideas to explore
What is the term for a narrative structure that involves telling a story by weaving or combining two or more narratives?
Braided structure
What is the primary difference between autobiography and biography?
The person telling the story
What is the focus of literary journalism?
Narrative techniques and stylistic strategies associated with fiction
What is the purpose of the narrative structure in creative nonfiction?
To convey the themes and ideas of the story
What is the term for a narrative structure that involves using a thematic and segmented approach, combining various literary devices and techniques?
Collage structure
What is the primary characteristic of creative nonfiction?
Using literary techniques to tell a true story
Which of the following is NOT a building block of creative nonfiction?
Imagination
What is the purpose of reportage/reporting in creative nonfiction?
To conduct interviews and gather information
What is a characteristic of the essay format in creative nonfiction?
It is a common output format for creative nonfiction
What is NOT a source of content in creative nonfiction?
Imagination
What is the purpose of explanation/exposition in creative nonfiction?
To explain the story to the reader
What is the primary focus of a personal essay in creative nonfiction?
To explore a significant event or period in life
Which literary device is used to create a vivid sense of place and atmosphere in a literary text?
Imagery
What is the primary difference between an autobiography and a biography?
Autobiography is written by the person themselves, while biography is written by someone else
What is the purpose of 'Research' in Lee Gutkind's Five Essential Elements of Creative Nonfiction?
To gather information and data to support the writer's personal experience
What is the primary focus of literary journalism in creative nonfiction?
To explore a specific issue or topic using literary devices
What is the term for the broader message or idea conveyed in a literary text?
Theme
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