Genre Types

A narrative is a story

Narratives come in many forms such as allegories, epics, ballads or short stories.

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​Drama is performed.

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Fiction is a type of imaginary literature

Fiction includes imaginary characters and events. Many forms of fiction are meant to be entertaining.

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​Nonfiction is based on real events and people.

Nonfiction may include biographies, autobiographies and reports.

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Poetry is written in verse

Poems may rhyme, have rhythm and express feelings.

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​Prose is a common type of literature

Literature that is not poetry, songs or plays is usually prose.

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​Satire is meant to make a point

Satire usually makes fun of some aspects of society.

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A novel is a long piece of fiction

Novels usually tell fictional stories in a book.

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