Creative Nonfiction Quiz: Explore Forms and Techniques

What is a written account of a person's life written by that person?

What type of writing combines factual reporting with narrative techniques and stylistic strategies traditionally associated with fiction?

What type of writing is a first-person account by a person who has faced instances of social and political inequality, oppression, or marginalization?

What is a personal account of a journey to another country or place?

What type of writing evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of a work?

What is a website containing short articles called posts that are changed regularly?

Types of Creative Nonfiction

An autobiography is a written account of a person's life written by themselves.
A biography is a detailed description or account of a person's life.
Literary journalism/reportage combines factual reporting with narrative techniques and stylistic strategies, often based on direct observation, investigation, or thorough research and documentation.
A travelogue is a personal account of a journey to another country or place, which can be either a factual report or a narrative story supported by images.
A reflection essay examines and observes the progress and meaning of a writer's individual experiences, similar to a journal about thoughts on a specific topic.
True narratives are objective accounts of something, such as journalistic reports.
A blog is a website containing short articles called posts that are changed regularly.
A testimonio is a first-person account by someone who has faced instances of social and political inequality, oppression, or marginalization.
A critique is a critical discussion or review that describes, summarizes, and evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of a work.

Test your knowledge on different forms of creative nonfiction, including autobiography, biography, literary journalism, and more. Learn about the characteristics and examples of each form.