Can you give examples of things where 'this is not fiction' applies?
Historical research papers are a great example. Scholars conduct in - depth research using primary and secondary sources to present accurate historical accounts. These are not fictional as they are based on evidence. Scientific research articles also fall into this category. Scientists present their findings based on experiments and observations, which are real and not made - up, so 'this is not fiction' is very much applicable to them.
Can you give some examples of stories where 'it's a good story' applies?
Another example is 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. The plot is full of crazy and unexpected events. Alice's journey through the strange Wonderland with all its odd characters and situations makes it a really good story. The vivid descriptions of the setting, from the rabbit hole to the tea party, are very engaging.
Can you give examples of things that are 'better than fiction'?
Sure. Real - life tales of survival against all odds are often better than fiction. For instance, the story of Aron Ralston who cut off his own arm to free himself from a boulder in a Utah canyon. It's a story of extreme willpower and survival instinct.
Can you give examples of things that are 'beyond fact or fiction'?
Myths. They often have elements of truth (facts) but are also filled with fictional elements like gods and magical creatures. So they are beyond just being fact or fiction.
Can you give some examples of '100 things fan fiction'?
In a Pokémon '100 things fan fiction', there could be 100 different Pokémon evolutions that fans came up with. Or 100 secret locations in the Pokémon world where rare Pokémon can be found. In a Naruto '100 things fan fiction', it might be 100 ninja techniques that were not in the original manga. Also, in a Marvel Comics '100 things fan fiction', it could be 100 alternate origin stories for different superheroes, like 100 ways Spider - Man got his powers, which would be really interesting for fans to explore.
Can you give examples of things that are 'bigger than fiction'?
Sure. The discovery of the Higgs boson particle is one. It was like finding a hidden key to the universe, and it's a real scientific achievement that is far more complex and mind - boggling than most fictional concepts about the building blocks of the universe.
Can you give examples of things being 'ruined by fiction'?
Another example is when a person reads too many romance novels and has unrealistic expectations in real - life relationships. Their real relationships might be 'ruined by fiction' as they constantly seek the perfect, fictional - like scenarios that rarely exist in reality. Fiction can create an idealized view that doesn't match the messiness of real life.
Can you give examples of things that are 'it's stranger than fiction'?
One great example is the story of Phineas Gage. He had a large iron rod go through his head in an accident, and instead of dying immediately, his personality changed drastically. This real - life event is so strange that it seems like it should be part of a fictional medical drama. Also, some historical events like the fall of the Roman Empire had so many complex and unexpected factors at play that it's hard to believe it actually happened as it did, much stranger than a fictional historical account.
Can you give some examples of things that are 'far from fiction'?
Sure. Historical events like the World War II are far from fiction. There are countless records, eyewitness accounts, and historical evidence.
Can you give examples of things that'strictly does pulp fiction'?
One example could be the works of Raymond Chandler. His detective novels like 'The Big Sleep' strictly do pulp fiction. They have the classic elements such as a hard - boiled detective, a complex mystery, and a seedy underworld setting.
Can you give some examples of things that are'short for science fiction'?
Sure. 'Sci - fi' movies like 'Blade Runner' are a great example. It shows a future world with advanced technology and androids. Another one is 'The Matrix' which has a complex science - fictional concept about a simulated reality.