Questions: Realistic Fiction: Stories That Could Happen
5 questions to test your understanding
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Question 1 Multiple Choice
What is **realistic fiction**?
ATrue stories that really happened
BMade-up stories about characters and situations that could happen in real life
CStories about the future
DStories that are not realistic at all
Realistic fiction is imagined but believable—the characters and problems could exist in the real world.
Question 2 True / False
Realistic fiction always takes place in modern times.
Answer: False
False. Realistic fiction can be set in any time period that is realistic (past, present, near future)—just not fantasy or impossible worlds.
Question 3 Multiple Choice
Which is a realistic fiction book?
A*Harry Potter* (magic school)
B*Ramona* (girl dealing with real problems like moving, new teachers)
C*Wings of Fire* (talking dragons)
D*The Hobbit* (fantasy adventure)
*Ramona* has made-up characters but real situations that could happen in anyone's life.
Question 4 True / False
Realistic fiction is less exciting than fantasy or adventure stories.
Answer: False
False. Realistic fiction can be thrilling and emotionally powerful because you can see yourself in the story.
Question 5 Short Answer
Describe a realistic fiction book you know. What makes it realistic? Could the story happen to someone like you?
Think about your answer, then reveal below.
Model answer: Example: *Charlotte's Web*. It is about a pig and a girl, which are real animals/people. The problems (friendship, loss) are real.
Good responses identify realistic elements (characters, problems) that could exist in the real world.