10 Questions
Which of the following is a characteristic of creative nonfiction writing?
Incorporates fictional elements into factual narratives
Which genre is the piece 'The Adapted Healthy Baby' by L.P. Bucoy likely to be classified as?
Personal essay
What is the purpose of using onomatopoeia in creative nonfiction writing?
To create a sense of realism and vividness through sound
Which of the following is a characteristic of flash fiction, as exemplified by R.O. Cunado's work?
Concise, focused narratives with limited word counts
What is the purpose of including references in a creative nonfiction work?
To provide factual support for the events and details described
Which of the following genres is the piece 'Legend of Lake Sebu' by M.E. Moreno likely to be classified as?
Folklore or legend
What is the purpose of using characterization in creative nonfiction writing?
To create believable and relatable personas based on real individuals
Which of the following is a characteristic of a memoir, as exemplified by the works included in the references?
Personal narratives and reflections on the author's life experiences
What is the purpose of using drama or theater play elements in creative nonfiction writing?
To create a sense of realism and immersion through dialogue and action
Which of the following is a characteristic of blog writing, as described in the reference 'To Blog or Not to Blog' by N.C. Moratilla?
Personal, conversational voice and style
Study Notes
Literary Terms and Forms
- Folktale: a story passed down from one generation to another through word of mouth, becoming a part of the culture of a community.
- Myth: a story that explains the origin of things, animals, beliefs, practices, and natural phenomena.
- Legend: a story that tells about a person or event, often with a historical basis.
- Epic: a long narrative poem that tells the life, achievements, or heroism of a character.
- Fable: a short narrative poem that teaches a moral lesson.
Poetry and Performance
- Poetry: a genre of literature that uses rhythmic and aesthetic language to evoke meaning.
- Drama: a genre of literature performed before an audience in a theater, radio, or television.
- Hyperpoetry: a poem uploaded to the internet using a computer screen as a medium.
Short Forms of Fiction
- Flash Fiction: a story told in a few words, usually between 100-1000 words, emphasizing plot over other elements.
- Example of Flash Fiction: "For sale: baby's shoes; never worn" by Ernest Hemingway, or "I am a book with hidden chapters" by a former student.
Heroine-Centered Fiction
- Chick Lit: a heroine-centered fiction narrative that focuses on the trials of the protagonist.
- Example of Chick Lit: "An Extraordinary LoveFNHS Story" by Mariel Kate Q. Liwag, found on Wattpad.
Other Forms of Writing
- Blog: an essay in a regularly updated webpage or website written in a conversational style.
- Tanaga: a poem with four lines, seven syllables per line, using (/) to end a line and (//) to end a stanza.
Authors and References
- MaryelKate: a writer who wrote about a character's many facets as an individual.
- Mariel Kate Q. Liwag: a writer who wrote a chick lit story on Wattpad.
- L.P. Bucoy: a writer who wrote about "The Adapted Healthy Baby".
- S.B. SyGaco: a writer who wrote about "Writing Techniques in Creative Nonfiction".
Test your knowledge on different literary genres by identifying the characteristics of epics, myths, legends, and poetry. Explore the definitions and distinctions between these types of storytelling.
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