Biography


A biography is a book about a person's life written by a different person. Biographies are non-fiction. They are true, informational text. Biographies tend to be about famous people who's lives are interesting. Most biographies have a third person point of view. They sometimes have pictures.


Characteristics of a biography


  • A lot of quotes from the main character
  • Not much monologue or dialogue
  • Positive statements about main character
  • Skims through parts of person's life but focuses on important events
  • Clearly states the date of events
  • Focuses on main character, usually doesn't go off topic
  • Includes all of main character's life




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