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Fiction Vs Nonfiction

Directions: Write the words or phrases in the appropriate column. Some may belong in both columns.

Comes from the author’s imagination. Based on factual information


Purpose is to inform, explain, or persuade. Purpose is to entertain.
Fairytale biography Sci Fi article myth diary map fable
essay main ideas transitional sentences characterization photos
Thesis Claim narrator plot setting main reasons Hook climax
Clincher Cause/effect organization theme opinions evidence illustrations
resolution text talking direct quotes point of view 3 rd person omniscient
Conflict rising action Sequential organization interview
Protagonist Spatial organization connotative words social condition

Fiction Nonfiction
Fiction Vs Nonfiction
Directions: Write the words or phrases in the appropriate column. Some may belong in both columns.

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