This selection is nonfiction. Which two statements explain why?
A It includes facts and information about materials that are explosive.
B It explains both sides of an argument then chooses one side and supports it.
C It has characters in it who are make believe but seem realistic.
D It uses a narrator to tell a popular ancient legend.
E It gives details about an event in history.
This selection is nonfiction. Which two statements explain why?
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The correct answers are A and E.
A explains that the text includes factual information about explosive materials, which is a characteristic of nonfiction.
E indicates that the text provides details about a historical event, another hallmark of nonfiction writing.
Both statements focus on factual content rather than fictional elements, which is essential for identifying nonfiction. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!