Here’s a breakdown of the characteristics for each of the specified genres:
| Characteristics | Historical Fiction | Fantasy | Science Fiction | Poetry | |----------------------------------------|---------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|------------------------| | Divided into stanzas | | | | ✔ | | Takes past events and expands on them | ✔ | | | | | Includes future events and technology | | | ✔ | | | Contains magic and fairy tale elements | | ✔ | | |
Summary of Characteristics:
- Historical Fiction: Focuses on past events and often weaves in historical facts with fictional narratives.
- Fantasy: Often includes magical elements, mythical creatures, and otherworldly settings, not bound by reality.
- Science Fiction: Explores futuristic concepts, advanced technology, and often posits what might happen based on scientific capabilities.
- Poetry: Usually structured in stanzas and focuses on expressive language, emotions, and often follows specific forms or structures.