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Non-fiction passages appear regularly in the SET Stage 1 English paper. Unlike fiction, non-fiction is based on real facts, events, and ideas. Learning to read non-fiction effectively is essential for achieving a strong score.
Non-fiction is writing that deals with real life. It includes:
| Type | Example |
|---|---|
| News articles | A report about a scientific discovery |
| Informative texts | An encyclopedia entry about volcanoes |
| Biographical writing | The life story of a famous explorer |
| Persuasive writing | A letter arguing for more green spaces |
| Travel writing | A description of visiting the Amazon rainforest |
| Speeches | A speech about protecting the environment |
| Diary or journal entries | A real person's account of a historical event |
| Instructions or explanations | How something works or how to do something |
In the SET exam, you may encounter any of these types. The key is to identify the purpose and audience of the text.
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