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An essay is a type of ____.
personal nonfiction
What type of writing is MOST SIMILAR to an autobiography?
When Sojourner Truth refers to her culture's attitude towards slavery, she's giving ____.
Tecumseh was chief of the ____.
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'Yonder sky has wept tears of compassion' is an example of ____.
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Which of the following BEST describes autobiographies?
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Regarding the difference between fiction and nonfiction, which statement is MOST accurate?
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Nonfiction is writing that's based on ____.
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Which of the following is NOT considered a category of nonfiction?
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The primary purpose of technical nonfiction is to ____.
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An interior narrative is made up of ____.
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When does the Narrative of Sojourner Truth take place?
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Nonfiction is considered a type of literature because it ____.
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How a person truly feels about an issue is usually demonstrated through the ____.
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Thoreau writes, 'When our lives cease to be inward and private, conversation degenerates' to become ____.
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Which statement about nonfiction writing is ACCURATE?
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What's the main difference between fiction and nonfiction writing?
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Which of the following statements is ACCURATE?
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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 ____.
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Social commentary includes ____.
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Study Notes
Types of Writing
- An essay is categorized as personal nonfiction.
- Memoirs are the writing type most similar to autobiographies.
- Autobiographies are true accounts of an individual's life written by themselves.
Social Commentary
- Sojourner Truth's references to cultural attitudes towards slavery exemplify social commentary.
- Social commentary includes statements regarding the institutions within a culture.
Historical Figures
- Tecumseh was the chief of the Shawnee tribe.
- He delivered notable speeches between September 1811 and September 1813 during the War of 1812.
Literary Devices
- "Yonder sky has wept tears of compassion" is an example of personification.
- Personification attributes human characteristics to non-human entities.
Nonfiction Characteristics
- Nonfiction writing is based on fact rather than imagination.
- Nonfiction writers can move freely in time and space, unlike fiction writers, who rely on a structured plot.
- Technical nonfiction primarily aims to educate readers.
Distinctions in Writing
- Imaginative writing is not considered a category of nonfiction.
- An interior narrative encompasses a character's feelings and inner thoughts.
- Nonfiction does not require adherence to a plot and can include emotional and conflict-based elements.
Context of Historical Narratives
- The Narrative of Sojourner Truth takes place before the Civil War.
- Nonfiction appeals to both the emotions and intellect of the reader, creating an engaging mood.
Understanding Fiction vs. Nonfiction
- Fiction is based on imaginary people or events, while nonfiction is anchored in reality.
- Nonfiction writers must adhere to actual events and cannot fabricate details, contrasting with fiction authors' creative freedoms.
Overall Themes
- Emotional analysis and interior narrative reveal a person’s true feelings about issues.
- Quotes reflecting societal perspectives, like Thoreau’s remark about conversation deteriorating into gossip, serve to emphasize the quality of communication.
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Description
This quiz covers various types of writing including personal nonfiction, memoirs, and autobiographies. It also delves into social commentary and historical figures, while highlighting important literary devices like personification. Test your understanding of these concepts and their characteristics!
