Mystery
Fantasy
Fable
Myth
Realistic Fiction
100

What is the definition of a mystery genre?

 The mystery genre is a type of fiction that involves solving a puzzle or crime.

100
  • What is the definition of a fantasy genre?
  • Answer: The fantasy genre is a type of fiction that includes elements of magic, supernatural creatures, and imaginary worlds.
100
  • What is the definition of a fable genre?

Answer: The fable genre is a type of fiction that uses animals or inanimate objects to convey moral lessons or teach a lesson about human behavior.

100
  • What is the definition of a myth genre?


Answer: The myth genre is a type of traditional or ancient story that explains natural phenomena, customs, beliefs, or the origins of a culture through the use of gods, goddesses

100


  • What is the definition of realistic fiction?

  • Answer: Realistic fiction is a genre of literature that depicts fictional stories that could happen in real life, often focusing on everyday characters and events.

200

Name two famous mystery book series for children.

Two famous mystery book series for children are "Nancy Drew" and "The Hardy Boys"

answers may vary

200
  • Name two popular fantasy book series for kids.
  • Answer: Two popular fantasy book series for kids are "Harry Potter" and "Percy Jackson and the Olympians".
200
  • Who is the author of the famous fable "The Tortoise and the Hare"?

Answer: The author of the famous fable "The Tortoise and the Hare" is Aesop.

200
  • What is a common theme found in many myths?


Answer: A common theme found in many myths is the struggle between good and evil.

200


  • Name two popular realistic fiction books for young readers.

  • Answer: Two popular realistic fiction books for young readers are "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio and "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate.

  • Answer may vary

300
  • What are some common elements found in mystery stories?
  • Answer: Some common elements found in mystery stories include a detective or investigator, clues, a crime or puzzle to solve, and suspense.
300
  • What are some common elements found in fantasy stories?
  • Answer: Some common elements found in fantasy stories include magic, mythical creatures, quests, and epic battles between good and evil.
300


  • What is the moral of the fable "The Boy Who Cried Wolf"?

Answer: The moral of the fable "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" is that if you repeatedly lie or exaggerate, people will not believe you even when you are telling the truth.

300
Name 2 examples of famous myths:





Some examples of famous myths are:
  • Hercules and the Lion (Greece)
  • The Birth of Horus (Egypt)
  • The Children of Lir (Ireland)
  • Valmiki's Curse (India)
  • Thor's Hammer (Scandinavia)
  • Theseus and the Minotaur (Ancient Greece)
  • Isis and Osiris (Ancient Egypt)
300


  • What are some common themes found in realistic fiction?

Answer: Some common themes found in realistic fiction include friendship, family, coming-of-age, identity, and overcoming challenges.

Answer may vary

400
  • What is a red herring in a mystery story?
  • Answer: A red herring in a mystery story is a clue or piece of information that is intentionally misleading and distracts from the real solution.
400
  • Who is the author of the fantasy series "Harry Potter"?
  • Answer: The author of the fantasy series "Harry Potter" is J.K. Rowling.
400


  • Who is the author of the fable "The Lion and the Mouse"?

Answer: The author of the fable "The Lion and the Mouse"  is George Aesop.

400
What kinds of big questions do many myths answer?


Myths are usually understood as stories about gods or divine figures. 
They answer big questions such as:
 how was the world created? 
Where do humans come from? 
How did we learn to make fire, or to smith metal?
400

What are the settings for realistic fiction stories?

Realistic fiction stories tend to take place in the present or recent past. Characters are involved in events that could happen. Characters live in places that could be or are real. 

500
  • Who is the author of the famous detective series "Sherlock Holmes"?
  • Answer: The author of the famous detective series "Sherlock Holmes" is Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
500
  • What is the name of the magical land in C.S. Lewis's "The Chronicles of Narnia"?
  • Answer: The name of the magical land in C.S. Lewis's "The Chronicles of Narnia" is Narnia.
500


  • What is the moral of the fable "The Lion and the Mouse"?

Answer: The moral of the fable "The Lion and the Mouse" is that kindness and compassion can be rewarded, no matter how small or weak you may seem.

500
  • What is the name of the Greek hero known for his strength and twelve labors?


Answer: The name of the Greek hero known for his strength and twelve labors is Heracles (or Hercules in Roman mythology)

500

Which problem are you most likely to find as the plot for a realistic fiction story?

 

A girl tries to be the best goalie on the team.

A boy losing old friends and making new ones. 

A family moving to a new and unfamiliar place

 

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