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What is the name of a "Super Genre" that encompasses Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror (among other genres).
Speculative Fiction
Who wrote Frankenstein?
Mary Shelley
What is Frankenstein (published 1818) credited for in the science fiction genre?
Being the first modern science fiction novel
What is the difference between Hard Sci-Fi and Soft Sci-fi
Hard Sci-Fi: Based on scientific fact and natural sciences(Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy) Soft Sci-fi: Based on the social Science (Psychology,etc...))
List 5 topics and/or conventions that are included in science fiction.
1:Time/Space travel 2:Advanced Technology 3:Parallel Universe 4:Interplanetary war 5:Alternate worlds 6:AI 7:Genetics 8:Aliens 9:Utopia/dystopia 10: Apocalypse
What kind of futures do science fiction writers create?
Futuristic possibilities grounded in scientific fact, law or theory. Since it is somewhat rooted in truth, it is partially believable.
What are 2 differences between Science Fiction and Fantasy?
Sci-Fi:Science and tech, Highly unlikely yet possible, imagines possible futures. Fantasy: Based on supernatural, Impossible, magic/mythical creatures, historic
What question does Science Fiction pose for the future and then combine intelligence and imagination to answer it?
"What if..."
What is the purpose of science fiction? Pick one potential purpose.
Raise issues troubling present society. Discuss consequences of human choices. Think about if something "should happen". Solutions and inspire change. Human con
What kinds of stories are told in Speculative Fiction?
Sci-Fi, Horror, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, stories that form theories about the unknown.
What is the difference between High Fantasy and Low Fantasy?
High Fantasy: Alt world, Typically includes lots of magical elements and fantastical creatures. Low Fantasy: Magical elements intrude upon the regular world
List 4 of the 7 Fantasy Genre topics and motifs.
These include: Magic, Other worlds,Universal Themes, Heroism,Identifiable character types(Fairies, giants, ogres, and witches),Talking animals,fantastic objects
What genres are not a part of the fantasy genre?
Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, and Science Fiction
What is the purpose of Fantasy?
Escape from Reality, Teaching Difficult Lessons in easily digestible ways, and inspiring young adults to believe in dreams.
Why is it important to track characters in a fantasy text?
World Building, Cultural Diversity, Major Character Development, Symbols and Archetype development, and Theme Creation
