Name That Genre!
A made-up story with characters and events that are not real.
What is fiction?
A biography about a famous athlete.
What is nonfiction?
This genre often includes knights, castles, and quests.
What is fantasy?
A story set in the Wild West with cowboys and outlaws.
What is historical fiction or western?
Writing that expresses feelings and often uses figurative language.
What is poetry?
A story with magic, dragons, or imaginary worlds.
What is fantasy?
A story about a talking dog who goes to school.
What is fiction?
This genre tells a true story about a person’s life.
What is biography?
A story written in verse with rhythm and rhyme.
What is poetry?
Writing that tells a story with characters and a plot.
What is narrative?
A story meant to scare the reader.
What is horror?
A newspaper article about a recent event.
What is nonfiction?
This genre is full of suspense and keeps readers guessing.
What is mystery or thriller?
A story about real events but with some made-up characters.
What is historical fiction?
Writing that explains or gives information about a topic.
What is informational/expository text?
A story that includes futuristic technology or space travel.
What is science fiction?
A textbook explaining how volcanoes erupt.
What is nonfiction?
This genre uses real facts but tells them in a story form.
What is narrative nonfiction?
A funny story meant to make readers laugh.
What is comedy/humor?
Writing that tries to convince the reader of something.
What is persuasive writing?
A story that focuses on solving a crime or puzzle.
What is mystery?
A novel set in a magical kingdom.
What is fiction?
This genre teaches a lesson and often includes animal characters.
What is a fable?
A story where the main character goes on a long journey and faces challenges.
What is adventure?
Writing that describes something using vivid details and imagery.
What is descriptive writing?