Question 1

Define biography and explain how it differs from memoir.

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Question 2

What do "authentic" biographies contain to indicate their authenticity?

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Question 3

How would you determine a quality biography and memoir?

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Question 4

Choose a group of biographical subject mentioned in the text. Explain two books you would teach in your classroom to illustrate that group.

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Question 5

Explain the differences between a biography, autobiography, and memoir.

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Question 6

Explain why biography is important in the lives of young readers.

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Question 7

How much fiction do you think should be allowed in biographies? When do you think such fictionalization is justified? Explain your stance.

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Question 8

What benefits are there in using biographies over historical fiction in a social studies curriculum? Historical fiction over biographies?

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Quiz 10: Biography and Memoir

Define biography and explain how it differs from memoir.