Genre Study: Realistic Fiction Name
As you read the passage, notice how the author uses the features of realistic fiction.
The Food Festival
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Mom stopped at the first booth. People were selling Greek salad there. Van’s family shared a big plate of salad.
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Then they walked to the Chinese booth. They had the beef noodle soup.
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Van and his family went to the local food festival. Van’s eyes opened wide. He was amazed at how his quiet street had changed. On each side, there were food booths with colorful flags. He knew a few. There was Mexico and there was China. Van followed his mom, dad, and sister down the street.
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The next stop was the Indian booth for spicy curry. At the Mexican booth, they all had tamales.
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Finally, the family reached the end of the street. Everyone was full. “Which food did you like the best?” asked Dad. The family members all spoke at once.
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“The curry,” said Van.
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“The tamales,” said his sister.
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“The beef noodle soup,” Mom said.
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“I liked the Greek salad best,” said Dad with a smile. “I guess we can agree that all the food here is delicious.”
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Genre Study: Realistic Fiction Name
A. Use text evidence to answer the questions. 1. How do you know “The Food Festival” is realistic fiction?
2. How does the author show how Van’s quiet street has changed?
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3. How are the characters in this story similar? How are they different?
B. Work with a partner. Read the passage aloud. Pay attention to intonation. Stop after one minute. Fill out the chart. Words Read First Read Second Read
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