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Today, we're going to learn about the different literary genres.

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But, what does genre mean?

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Genre is a French word that means type or kind.

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In literature, the different genres are the different types of literary compositions.

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What are they?

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First, poetry uses aesthetics and rhythm.

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Second, fiction deals with events which are not real.

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Third, nonfiction is based on real facts.

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And finally, drama implies a performance.

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Now that you know about literary genres,

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Can you identify the following?

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And this one?

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What about this?

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Can you recognize this genre?

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Now it's your turn!

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Can you name three different examples of each genre?