Nonfiction - Overview

Question 1

biography

Answer 1

• the life story about someone else, usually a person of note who has developed exceptional personal qualities or who has made an exceptional contribution

Question 2

autobiography

Answer 2

• the author’s life story written by the author

Question 3

memoir

Answer 3

• only a specific period or event in the author’s life story

Question 4

events

Answer 4

• reports such as news, history, research

Question 5

persuasive essays

Answer 5

• your attempt to convince your readers of your position

Question 6

expository essay

Answer 6

• give direction or explain things, such as in an exam

Question 7

narrative essays

Answer 7

• give an account of a personal insight or event in your life

Question 8

speeches

Answer 8

• a graduation speech, etc.