Can you give some examples using the plural of fiction?
Yes. For instance, 'Many fictions are being adapted into movies these days. These fictions include science - fiction novels, mystery fictions, and historical fictions.' Here, we use 'fictions' to talk about multiple types of fictional works.
Sure. 'The bookshop stocks various fictions from different countries.'
Can you give some examples of fiction books using real presidents?
One example is 'The Plot Against America' by Philip Roth. It features Franklin D. Roosevelt in an alternate history scenario. Another is 'Primary Colors', which was somewhat based on Bill Clinton's campaign. These books use real - life presidents to explore different themes like politics, power, and society.
Can you give some examples of using the names of famous people in fiction in daily life?
Yes. For instance, if you're a teacher teaching literature, you might say 'Just like how Harry Potter overcame his challenges, we can also face our difficulties bravely.' Here, the name Harry Potter is used to inspire students.
Can you give some examples of '9 11 fiction'?
'Falling Man' by Don DeLillo is also a part of '9 11 fiction'. It focuses on the lives of several characters in the aftermath of the attacks, including a man who was in the towers and his struggle to come to terms with what happened. There are also other works like 'The Submission' which deal with the cultural and social implications in the post - 9/11 world.
Can you give some examples of using New York landmarks in a novel?
The Chrysler Building can be used to add a touch of glamour and luxury to a novel. Suppose it's a story about a young socialite in the 1920s. She might attend parties at the top of the Chrysler Building, with its Art Deco details and amazing views. It could be a place where she meets important people, makes connections, and also where she gets involved in some sort of scandal.
Can you give some examples of using 'it is the same old story' in a sentence?
At school, it is the same old story. The popular kids always get to choose the best projects first. Every year, when the project - choosing time comes, the less popular students are left with the less desirable options. This situation can be described as 'it is the same old story'.
Can you give some examples of using passive verbs in short stories?
Yes. For example, 'The cake was baked by my grandmother.' Here, the focus is on the cake which was baked. In a mystery short story, 'The crime was committed last night.' It gives information about the crime without immediately focusing on the perpetrator, which can build suspense.
Can you give examples of using setting outside of a story?
In a gardening context, the setting of the garden plot matters. The type of soil (rich, sandy, etc.), the amount of sunlight the area gets, and the presence of any structures like fences or trellises are aspects of the setting. This is not a story but these settings affect what plants can be grown and how well they grow. Also, in a dance performance, the stage setting (size, shape, and any special features like a raised platform or a curtain backdrop) is used to enhance the choreography and the overall visual impact without being part of a story.
Can you give some examples of 'low fiction'?
Sure. Harlequin romance novels are often considered low fiction. They have simple love - based plots that follow a somewhat predictable pattern.
Can you give some examples of 'frozen fiction'?
Sure. 'The Snow Queen' by Hans Christian Andersen can be an example. It's set in a cold, icy world and has been around for a long time, with its story remaining quite static in the sense that it hasn't been drastically changed over the years.
Can you give some examples of 'grey fiction'?
One example could be 'Gone Girl'. It has elements of a mystery and a thriller, but also delves deep into the complex relationship between the two main characters, blurring the lines between the two genres.