Samuel Taylor Coleridge is well known for his reference to the need for a reader to engage in "willing suspension of disbelief." It would seem that such a state would be especially appropriate for a reader of historical fiction. What must an author of historical fiction do to maximize the possibility that the reader will engage in a "willing suspension of disbelief"? Give specific examples from
books suggested in the text.
What will be an ideal response?
The answer should include criteria for evaluating historical fiction, paying particular attention to accuracy of details. Students should draw from the Major Writers section of the chapter for examples
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a. Introduction c. Results b. Methods d. Discussion
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a. dress up, much as you would for an interview. b. take copies of your resume and business cards. c. plan what you will say when you meet employers at the fair. d. all of the above e. none of the above
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A current concept similar to the one room school model is called:
a) Frameworks b) Portfolios c) Looping d) None of these