Literature-Genres.pdf

Genres of Literature Learning 01 T h e students should be able to Outcomes differentiate prose from poetry. T h e students should be able to 02 determine the different classification of literature and its genre....

Genres of Literature Learning 01 T h e students should be able to Outcomes differentiate prose from poetry. T h e students should be able to 02 determine the different classification of literature and its genre. T h e students should be able to 03 identify different literary genres.  Learning Agenda W h a t is literature? Genres of literature 01 A brief introduction to the 03 A discussion of the characteristics and definition of characteristics and definition of literature the literary genres Flowchart of genres Prose and Poetry 02 A n examination of main types 04 A discussion of the genres that and sub-types of the literary fall under the categories of genres prose and poetry  LITERATURE PROSE POETRY FICTION NON-FICTION NARRATIVE LYRIC DRAMATIC NOVEL HISTORY EPIC SONG TRAGEDY SHORT STORY NEWS BALLAD ODE COMEDY NOVELLA BIOGRAPHY METRICAL TALE SONNET MELODRAMA FABLE DIARY ELEGY FARCE PARABLE ANECDOTE IDYLL SOCIAL TALE LEGEND ESSAY  What is Literature? Literature is a broad term used to refer It has been a powerful tool for to written works, such as books, expressing and exploring our humanity. magazines, short stories, plays, and W h e n discussing literature, one can poems. Literature can provide insight talk about the author's style, the into the human experience and can be themes explored in the work, the used as a w a y to explore ideas, express characters and their motivations, and emotions, and tell stories. the historical context in which the work was written.  Why is it Important? Literature helps to develop Literature teaches us about Literature provides a form of language and history and culture. Reading escapism. Reading literature communication skills. literature from different can be a great w a y to escape Reading and understanding times and places can give us from the stresses of daily life literature helps to build an insight into the history, and open up a world of vocabulary, encourages culture, and beliefs of the possibility. imagination, and helps to people who wrote them. develop critical thinking.  Why is it Important? Literature can inspire and Literature encourages Literature helps to build motivate. Reading literature empathy. Reading literature connections. Literature can can help to inspire and can help us to understand help to build connections motivate us in our own lives, the thoughts and feelings of between people, creating a allowing us to learn from the others, and to develop a sense of shared experiences of the greater understanding and understanding and characters. appreciation of different appreciation. cultures.  PROSE POETRY Prose is a form of literature that uses Poetry is a genre of literature that uses ordinary language and has a natural flow imaginative and often rhythmic language of speech. It is distinguished from poetry, to express an idea, evoke emotion, or tell a which uses a formal meter and rhyme. story. It is often used to convey complex emotions and ideas in an accessible and Prose typically consists of sentences and creative way. paragraphs and is used for a variety of genres, including novels, essays, short Poetry can take m a n y different forms, from stories, and newspaper articles. traditional rhyme schemes to free verse.  PROSE Fiction Non-fiction Fiction in literature is any Non- fiction in literature is a story or novel that is created genre which encompasses from the author's essays, biographies, memoirs, imagination, as opposed to and other written works that being based on facts or real are based on facts and real events. events. Fiction A novel is a work of long prose fiction, which is usually centered Novel around characters, events and settings. Novels usually have multiple chapters, with a larger plot and focus on character development. A short story is a work of fiction that is usually shorter in length Short story than a novel. Short stories often have less developed characters and settings than longer works, but can still explore complex themes. A novella is a work of narrative fiction, longer than a short story but Novella shorter than a novel. Generally, novellas are between 20,000 and 40,000 words in length. Fiction A fable is a short story, typically with animals as characters, that Fable teaches a moral lesson. Fables often have an element of humor and are an enduring form of folk literature. Parable A parable is a short story or brief tale that is used to illustrate a moral lesson or religious principle. It typically features characters and events that are symbolic of larger truths or ideas. Legend A legend is a traditional story that has been passed down through generations and is typically based on historical events. Legends often include elements of mythology and folklore. Non-fiction History is the study of past events, particularly human activity and History its impact on people and societies. It is a term that relates to past events as well as interpretation of information about these events. A news is a piece of information about a current event or situation. News It may be reported in a variety of media, including newspapers, television, radio, and the Internet. A biography is a detailed description or account of a person's life. It Biography includes facts and information about the person's childhood, education, family, work, and death. Non-fiction A diary is a personal record of experiences, thoughts, and/or Diary reflections kept regularly and often privately. It can be a physical book or an electronic document. A n anecdote is a brief, often amusing story about a real incident or Anecdote person. Anecdotes are usually related as a way to support an argument or point in a speech or essay. A n essay is a short piece of writing that focuses on a particular Essay topic or argument. Essays are used to express ideas, explain a point, or discuss a topic in a structured and organized way.  Poetry Narrative Lyric Dramatic Narrative poetry is a form of L y r i c poetry is a type of Dramatic poetry is a type of poetry that tells a story. It usually poetry that expresses poetry that is meant to be follows a plot with characters, a personal emotions or performed in a play or theatrical setting, and a climax. thoughts. It often includes setting. It often includes elements rhyme and meter and can be of dialogue, monologue, and sung as a song. characterization. Narrative A n epic is a long narrative poem that celebrates the deeds of a Epic legendary hero. It features a hero who represents the values of a particular society, and who goes on an epic journey or quest. A ballad is a type of song that tells a story and often has a repeated Ballad chorus or refrain. Ballads typically have a slow, rhythmic structure and use simple and emotional language. A metric tale is a story told in verse, usually composed of stanzas or Metric Tale lines of poetry. Metric tales are an ancient form of storytelling, often used in traditional folklore, fables, and myths. Thank You!