To determine whether each statement describes a work of historical fiction, we need to understand that historical fiction typically involves a narrative set in the past that includes real historical events, people, or contexts, interwoven with fictional elements. Here's an analysis of each statement:
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An author writes about a real-life scientist and how he discovered penicillin by accident in the 1920s.
- This is historical fiction because it involves a real historical figure (the scientist) and a significant historical event (the discovery of penicillin).
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An author writes about two fictional brothers who go to California during the gold rush in the 1800s.
- This is also historical fiction since it is set in a real historical period (the California Gold Rush) even though the characters are fictional.
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An author writes about a scientist who invents a time travel device and goes to prehistoric times.
- This is not historical fiction. While it involves a journey to the past, the premise includes fictional elements (time travel) that place it more in the realm of science fiction rather than historical fiction.
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An author writes about two sisters who work together to create a brand new social media platform.
- This is not historical fiction as it describes a contemporary scenario that does not involve historical events or contexts.
In summary:
- Statement 1: Historical fiction
- Statement 2: Historical fiction
- Statement 3: Not historical fiction
- Statement 4: Not historical fiction