Deck 5: Historical Fiction : the Past in Perspective

Question 1

Historical fiction is clearly defined; specific categories exist regarding the number of years in the past that are considered "historical."

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The term "period fiction" rather than "historical fiction" should be used when a book is set in the past but has a plot that addresses universal themes that are general rather than specific to the period.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Although facts may be neutral, the interpretation of those facts is not.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Social issues in historical fiction are entities in and of themselves.

Question 5

Without understanding the past, it is difficult for a young adult to develop a sense of social responsibility.

Question 6

Historical fiction that deals with the effects of war should concentrate primarily on the perspectives of those individuals directly involved in the war.

Question 7

Authors of historical fiction must walk a fine line between providing inspiring role models for young adults and maintaining historical realism.

Question 8

The dual nature of historical fiction means that it can be used both as a vehicle for exploring the themes and events of history and as an occasion to learn more about the elements of fiction.

Question 9

Thinking Aloud is a metacognitive strategy.

Question 10

Historical fiction offers an analysis rather than a synthesis.

Question 11

A book that is set in the past and that has a plot emphasizing general or universal themes not specific to the period should be labeled as which of the following?

A) Period fiction
B) Historical fiction
C) Fiction
D) Nonfiction

Question 12

Which of the following is true about a critical stance in regard to historical fiction?

A) It accepts the "official" interpretation of history and events.
B) It looks beyond the "official" interpretation of history and events.
C) It should not be considered when reading and analyzing historical fiction.
D) It is best used with realistic fiction.

Question 13

Social issues in historical fiction

A) Often overlap and interact
B) Are separate entities and are easily placed into one category
C) Are not significant within historical fiction as the acts should be prominent
D) Are side products of the novel

Question 14

How do adolescent female readers respond?

A) More enthusiastically to realistic characters that act within the societal boundaries of their time periods
B) More enthusiastically to less realistic characters portrayed as rebels or outcasts
C) With the same levels of enthusiasm to both realistic and less realistic characters
D) Most enthusiastically to strong male protagonists

Question 15

How could the language in Karen Cushman's novels be described?

A) Authentic
B) Simplified
C) Contemporary
D) Conversational

Question 16

Which of the following is true of Julius Lester's Day of Tears?

A) It is a linear fiction story.
B) It is told in verse.
C) It includes multiple voices.
D) It is written in chronological order.

Question 17

What is Gary Paulson's The Legend of Bass Reeves?

A) Historical fiction account of the first African American marshall, Bass Reeves
B) Mixture of fictional accounts with shorter factual sections
C) Based on a fictional account of a slave
D) A connection to the legend of Davey Crockett

Question 18

What does Edward Bloor's London Calling combine?

A) Realistic and historical fiction
B) Fictional accounts with shorter factual sections
C) Fantasy and historical fiction
D) Nonfiction and historical fiction

Question 19

Which of the following is true of the Thinking Aloud strategy?

A) The instructor models how to monitor, evaluate, and make mental plans for proceeding.
B) The instructor stresses one correct interpretation.
C) It should be used only with fairly simple texts.
D) It is best used with middle grade students.

Question 20

Historical fiction of today is __________.

A) Simpler
B) More complex
C) Completely focused on facts
D) Seldom read