Books and Literature

Books play a significant role in our lives, serving as a valuable source of information and entertainment. They can narrate stories about various people, locales, and events. There are two main types of books: non-fiction, which is based on factual information, and fiction, comprising made-up stories. Literature, a distinctive form of writing, not only includes books but also extends to poems and plays. Literature has the power to elicit various emotions in us, ranging from joy and sadness to excitement and fear. It can also provide insights into diverse cultures and lifestyles, broadening our perspective. Engaging with books and literature is beneficial as it enhances our vocabulary and fosters a deeper understanding of the world. Books are accessible in various forms and places such as homes, schools, libraries, and even digitally on computers or phones. The act of reading is not only enjoyable but also vital for our intellectual growth. It is advisable to make reading books and literature a regular practice.

Questions

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the passage, what are the two main types of books?

A) Poems and plays
B) Fiction and non-fiction
C) Novels and short stories
D) Biographies and autobiographies

2. What does literature have the power to do, as per the passage?

A) Elicit various emotions
B) Enhance vocabulary only
C) Make people famous
D) Teach factual information

3. Where can books be accessed according to the passage?

A) Only in libraries
B) In homes, schools, libraries, and digitally
C) Only digitally on computers or phones
D) Exclusively in educational institutions

Match the Definition with the Word

1. A general direction in which something is developing or changing.

A) Literature
B) Perspective
C) Role
D) Practice

2. Providing new information, understanding, or inspiration.

A) Beneficial
B) Factual
C) Insight
D) Elicit

3. The quality of being intellectually sophisticated through cultivation or education.

A) Intellectual
B) Vital
C) Entertainment
D) Enjoyable

Answers

Multiple Choice Questions:

  1. B) Fiction and non-fiction
  2. A) Elicit various emotions
  3. B) In homes, schools, libraries, and digitally

Match the Definition with the Word:

  1. B) Perspective
  2. C) Insight
  3. A) Intellectual

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