Can you give an example of a story that's based on nonfiction but is fiction?
The movie 'Hidden Figures' is based on the real - life story of African - American female mathematicians working at NASA during the Space Race. But in the movie, some of the conversations, the specific day - to - day interactions and the exact sequence of events might be fictionalized to make the story more engaging. It's a great example of a story based on nonfiction but told in a fictional way.
One example could be 'The Hours' by Michael Cunningham. It's based on the life of Virginia Woolf which is nonfiction. However, the story weaves fictional elements around it. Cunningham creates fictional characters whose lives are in some way parallel or influenced by Woolf's life and her novel 'Mrs. Dalloway'.
Can you give an example of a creative nonfiction true story?
A great example is 'The Glass Castle' by Jeannette Walls. It is Walls' memoir about her upbringing in a very unconventional family. Her father was an alcoholic and her mother was an eccentric artist. The book details her experiences growing up in poverty, moving from place to place, and her journey towards self - discovery. It's a creative nonfiction true story that shows the power of resilience.
Can you give an example of 'it's fiction'?
The Lord of the Rings is an example of 'it's fiction'. It has an elaborate fictional world with elves, dwarves, hobbits, and all kinds of magical elements. The story is set in a Middle - earth that is not a real geographical location. The characters go on epic quests and face mythical creatures, which are all the hallmarks of fiction.
Can you give an example of '50 50 based on true story'?
Sure. Consider a book about a historical event. 50% of it could be based on historical records, like the dates, the major actions of the main figures, and the overall sequence of the event. The other 50% could be the author's speculation on the motives and personal lives of the people in that event. The author might create fictional dialogues or inner thoughts for the characters based on what is known from the true story to make it more relatable and interesting for the readers.
Can you give an example of a flashback based story?
Sure. One example could be a story about a man who is at his high school reunion. As he walks through the old hallways, he has a flashback to his first day of high school. He remembers being nervous, getting lost, and then finally finding his classroom. It's a simple yet effective flashback that adds depth to the present - day story at the reunion.
Can you give an example of a book that's based on a true story?
Yes, 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank. It is a real account of her experiences hiding from the Nazis during World War II. It gives a very personal and harrowing look into what life was like for Jews in hiding at that time.
Can you give an example of 'it's true story based on a true story'?
Sure. The movie 'The Imitation Game' is an example. It is based on the true story of Alan Turing. His real - life work on breaking the Enigma code during World War II is the first true story. The movie then takes this real story and creates a cinematic true story that shows his life, his challenges, and his great contributions. So it's a true story based on a true story.
Can you give an example of a story based on a true story?
One example is 'Hidden Figures'. It is based on the real - life experiences of three African - American women working at NASA during the Space Race in the 1960s. These women, Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, overcame racial and gender discrimination to make significant contributions to the US space program. Their story shows great perseverance and the power of breaking barriers.
Can you give an example of a story based on another story?
There is also 'The Penelopiad' which is based on 'The Odyssey'. It is told from the perspective of Penelope, Odysseus' wife. The original story in 'The Odyssey' focuses a lot on Odysseus' journey, but 'The Penelopiad' delves into Penelope's own thoughts, her waiting for Odysseus, and the events that took place in Ithaca while he was away. It gives a whole new dimension to the well - known tale of Odysseus' long journey home.
Can you give some examples of fiction, nonfiction and literary nonfiction?
Fiction? Well, 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic love story set in a fictional world of the English gentry. Nonfiction could be 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank, which is a real - life account of her experiences in hiding during World War II. For literary nonfiction, 'Wild' by Cheryl Strayed. It's a memoir that's written in a way that's both deeply personal and beautifully written, using nature as a backdrop for her self - discovery journey.
Is a cookbook an example of fiction or nonfiction?
A cookbook is nonfiction. It provides real recipes and practical information for cooking, not fictional stories.