Nonfiction Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

A story's exterior narrative is the?

Comments about society and its institutions

Actions and events in the story (correct)

Inner thoughts and feelings of the writer

Main subject of a piece of writing

In 'Life Without Principle,' Thoreau writes, 'I would have had him deal with his privatest experience, as the poet does.' What does this statement mean?

Courtrooms are places where people traditionally lie.

Speeches should employ figurative (poetic) language to get their points across.

People should speak from their hearts and say what's on their minds (correct)

People talk only about trivial things.

A type of personal nonfiction is a/an?

Profile of a foreign country

Article about current politics

Yoga instruction book

Memoir (correct)

When writing nonfiction, an author has far more freedom?

To move around from one setting to another Signup and view all the answers

As the examples in the lesson demonstrate, speeches are often?

Very emotional Signup and view all the answers

Thoreau writes, 'When our lives cease to be inward and private, conversation degenerates' to become?

Mere gossip Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes autobiographies?

Autobiographies are true stories of a person's life written or told by that person Signup and view all the answers

Nonfiction is considered a type of literature because it?

Appeals to readers' hearts as well as their minds Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about nonfiction writing is accurate?

Nonfiction writers have to stick to things that actually happened Signup and view all the answers

The primary purpose of technical nonfiction is to?

Teach people Signup and view all the answers

When Sojourner Truth refers to her culture's attitude towards slavery, she's giving?

Social commentary Signup and view all the answers

Regarding the difference between fiction and nonfiction, which statement is most accurate?

Nonfiction writers are more often free to move about in time and space Signup and view all the answers

'Yonder sky has wept tears of compassion' is an example of?

Personification Signup and view all the answers

What type of writing is most similar to an autobiography?

Memoir Signup and view all the answers

In Seattle's speech, he states, 'Yonder sky has wept tears of compassion on our fathers for centuries untold.' This statement is an example of?

Personification Signup and view all the answers

How a person truly feels about an issue is usually demonstrated through the?

Interior narrative Signup and view all the answers

What's the main difference between fiction and nonfiction writing?

Fiction is based on imaginary people or events Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not considered a category of nonfiction?

Imaginative Signup and view all the answers

When does the Narrative of Sojourner Truth take place?

Before the Civil War Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is accurate?

Nonfiction doesn't depend on a plot Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nonfiction Overview

Nonfiction encompasses writing that presents factual information and narratives based on real events.
It includes various categories such as memoirs, autobiographies, technical writing, and social commentary.

Narrative Structure

Exterior narrative refers to the actions and events in the story, contrasting with interior narrative that reveals the author's inner thoughts and feelings.
Nonfiction authors often have the freedom to move around different settings while narrating their experiences and observations.

Importance of Personal Experience

In “Life without Principle,” Thoreau emphasizes the importance of personal experience, urging individuals to express their true thoughts and feelings.
Memoirs are a distinct form of personal nonfiction, documenting a person's life events and reflections written by that individual.

Emotional Impact of Speech

Speeches are often characterized by their emotional resonance, highlighting the connectivity to the audience's hearts and minds.
Social commentary can shed light on cultural attitudes and societal issues, as exemplified by Sojourner Truth's reflections on slavery.

Characteristics of Nonfiction

Autobiographies are genuine accounts of a person's life written by themselves, emphasizing the authenticity of the narrative.
Nonfiction writing generally involves factual accuracy, requiring writers to adhere to real events and verifiable information.

Educational Aim of Technical Nonfiction

The primary purpose of technical nonfiction is to educate, aiming to teach readers specific skills or knowledge.

Key Differences Between Fiction and Nonfiction

Fiction is rooted in imaginative narratives involving fictional characters or events, while nonfiction strictly adheres to reality.
Nonfiction is not bound by the traditional plot structure found in fiction and can often explore various themes without a definitive plotline.

Literary Devices in Nonfiction

Figurative language, such as personification, enhances the emotional depth of nonfiction writing, inviting readers to engage more fully with the text.
Examples of literary devices, like alliteration and assonance, may also be present, enriching the language and communication of ideas.

Genres and Subgenres

Categories of nonfiction include informational writing, technical writing, personal narratives, and biographical works.
Imaginative writing is not classified as nonfiction, as it typically involves fictional elements.

Historical Context

Sojourner Truth's narrative takes place before the Civil War, reflecting her involvement in the abolitionist movement and her advocacy for women's rights.

Nonfiction Writing Elements

Nonfiction does not rely on a traditional plot but can still include conflict and varying tones to enhance the narrative experience.

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