Vocabulary
Define 'Survive'
To continue to live or exist
What is nonfiction?
A genre that provides factual information
Where was Anh Do born?
Vietnam
What is a common text feature found in nonfiction books?
A) Plot twist
B) Table of Contents
C) Character development
B) Table of Contents
What is one of the first things you should do if you get lost in the wilderness?
Stay put and signal for help
Define 'Inform'
Give facts or information
Which of the following is NOT a type of nonfiction?
A) Biography
B) Novel
C) Essay
B) Novel
What significant event forced Anh Do's family to flee Vietnam?
The Vietnam War
Explain the difference between an autobiography and biography
An autobiography is a self-written account of the author’s own life.
A biography is a written account of someone else's life, authored by another person.
In survival situations, what is the "Rule of Threes"?
A) You can survive three days without water, three weeks without food, and three minutes without air.
B) You need three tools for survival.
C) You should always travel in groups of three.
A) You can survive three days without water, three weeks without food, and three minutes without air.
Define 'Factual'
Concerned with what is actually the case
What is the purpose of a biography?
A) To entertain the reader with fictional stories
B) To provide an account of someone's life
C) To analyze a piece of literature
B) To provide an account of someone's life
What profession does Anh Do pursue in Australia?
Comedian and actor
What does a glossary provide in a nonfiction text?
Definitions of difficult terms
What survival technique involves making a shelter from natural materials?
Building a lean-to
Define 'Durable'
To be able to withstand wear, pressure or damage
An account written about my life by me is a ______________________
Autobiography
What event in Anh's school life sparked his interest in comedy?
A school talent show
What mode of transport did Anh's family use to escape Vietnam?
Boat
What is foraging?
Gathering wild food and resources
Define 'Salience'
A strategy of emphasis, highlighting what is important in a text.
List 5 nonfiction text types
1. infographics
2. News
3. Autobiography
4. Biography
5. documentary
other: memoir, essay, how-to guide
What kinds of clothes did Anh's brother wear when he came to Australia and why?
Anh's brother wore hand-me-down clothes from a charity shop, specifically girls' clothes. This was due to their family's financial struggles and the limited options available to them upon arriving in Australia.
What lesson does Anh learn about happiness throughout his journey?
A) Happiness is linked to wealth
B) Happiness comes from family and resilience
C) Happiness is unattainable
B) Happiness comes from family and resilience
What is the best way to purify water in a survival situation?
Boiling it