This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Academic Writing > Genres Of Writing – Quiz 2 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Genres Of Writing Quiz 2 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Which type of writing puts a strong focus on the author's personal feelings and experiences? A) Biography/Autobiography. B) Personal Narratives. C) True Narratives. D) Testimonies. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Personal Narratives. 2. A genre that often includes elements of the supernatural and aims to frighten the audience is called what? A) Horror. B) Fantasy. C) Mystery. D) Science Fiction. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Horror. 3. These stories are about a relationship between two people. Usually, the author keeps the two main characters apart for most of the story, but they do eventually end up together. However, even if they end up together it could still end in tragedy. A) Comedy. B) Magic realism. C) Romance. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Romance. 4. I was rudely awoken this morning by a loud bang. I dragged myself out of bed to investigate and pushed open my bedroom door. There in front of me, with big, guilty eyes, was my cat, Tom. A) Narrative . B) Persuasive . C) Descriptive . D) Expository . Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Narrative . 5. Which genre should include intensifiers (adjectives and adverbs)? A) Review. B) Essay. C) Article. D) Report. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Review. 6. When revising the writer should be A) Improving our writing by adding or taking out ideas and evidence. B) Looking for capitalization, grammar and punctuation errors. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Improving our writing by adding or taking out ideas and evidence. 7. A genre of writing that focuses on factual information and real events, often used to inform or educate the reader. A) Fiction. B) Non-Fiction. C) Fantasy. D) Poetry. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Non-Fiction. 8. Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt.Tell about a time you did something kind for someone or someone did something kind for you. A) Opinion. B) Informative. C) Narrative. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Narrative. 9. The food looked like a painting on a plate and tasted absolutely delicious, the light crispy bread balanced perfectly with the soft creamy cheese. A) Narrative . B) Persuasive . C) Descriptive . D) Expository . Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Descriptive . 10. A story that can actually happen and is true to life but also either takes place in a historical setting or attaches itself to an event in history. A) Historical Fiction. B) Realistic Fiction. C) Fantasy. D) Informational. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Historical Fiction. 11. Which genre would include a section on recommendations? A) Essay. B) Article. C) Email. D) Report. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Report. 12. Testimonies are often linked with: A) Legal matters and court proceedings. B) Philosophical discussions and debates. C) Literary critiques and reviews. D) Political campaigns and speeches. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Legal matters and court proceedings. 13. Category of genre where the main emphasis is on humour. It is also said to be one of the oldest genres. A) Tragedy. B) Comedy. C) Horror. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Comedy. 14. Which genre involves sharing personal experiences and insights? A) Literary Journalism/Reportage. B) Personal Narratives. C) Reflection Essay. D) True Narratives. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Personal Narratives. 15. If you read a piece that mixes factual information with storytelling, what genre is it likely part of? A) Biography/Autobiography. B) Literary Journalism/Reportage. C) Reflection Essay. D) Blogs. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Literary Journalism/Reportage. 16. In argumentative writing the reasons are A) The writer's stance, or overall argument. B) Main points that use logic or reasoning to justify a claim. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Main points that use logic or reasoning to justify a claim. 17. What is the name of a person who writes a play? A) Director. B) Author. C) Playwright. D) Play writer. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Playwright. 18. Which genre contains sub-headings? A) Essay. B) Article. C) Review. D) Report. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Report. 19. Which genre should include a catchy title? A) Review. B) Report. C) Article. D) Essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Article. 20. Which genre is known for its dramatic and emotional storytelling, often involving serious themes? A) Drama. B) Comedy. C) Fantasy. D) Mystery. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Drama. 21. Which genre is known for its use of rhythm, meter, and often rhyme? A) Drama. B) Poetry. C) Non-fiction. D) Science Fiction. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Poetry. 22. What genre of writing would a science report go with? A) Narrative writing. B) Expository writing. C) Descriptive writing. D) Persuasive writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Expository writing. 23. Read the prompt below. Then, choose the genre that matches the prompt. Do you think school uniforms are a good idea or a bad idea? Explain your answer by writing at least three good reasons. A) Opinion. B) Informative. C) Narrative. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Opinion. 24. Which genre of writing is primarily focused on factual information and aims to educate the reader? A) Fiction. B) Non-fiction. C) Poetry. D) Drama. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Non-fiction. 25. Also known as Nonfiction, gives real information about the past, present, and future. Includes an unlimited amount of topics. A) Informational. B) Literary. C) Science Fiction. D) Historical Fiction. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Informational. 26. True narratives stand out because they: A) Invent characters and events. B) Are full of emotions. C) Stick to the facts. D) Predict what might happen in the future. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Stick to the facts. 27. Fill in the blank with the best choice:You look ..... in that monkey mask! A) Significant. B) Wrinkles. C) Ridiculous. D) Conduct. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Ridiculous. 28. Ms. Woodson is A) The best teacher in the world!!!. B) The math teacher. C) The science teach. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The best teacher in the world!!!. 29. This genre of literary fiction includes beings and phenomena that are outside the realm of normal scientific understanding of the natural world. Though this genre may include supernaturalist elements, this fiction genre generally includes creatures that have been popularized by folklore, fairy tales, and popular culture, such as fairies, aliens, shapeshifters, and the undead (ghosts, zombies etc.). A) Paranormal. B) Drama. C) Satire. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Paranormal. 30. What makes literary journalism/reportage unique? A) It weaves imaginative tales with facts. B) It's all about objectivity and accuracy. C) It predicts future trends and scenarios. D) It dramatizes events for effect. 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