Elements of Science Fiction

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Elements of Science Fiction

Elements of Science Fiction Realistic and fantastic details Grounded in science Usually set in the future Unknown inventions Makes a serious comment about the world Often contains a warning for humankind

Science Fiction Settings Another planet Under the oceans Another dimension of existence May be a utopia or dystopia May be in the future May time travel to the past (or future) May take place in present, but alternate reality

Science Fiction Characters Protagonist (Hero) Antagonist (Villian) These characters may be a being (human or other) or may be a force Protagonist or Antagonist may be a society’s laws, a disease or other problem, technology, etc. Creatures, robots, aliens, etc.

Science is Important to the Story Advanced technology Genetics Disease Exploration Special powers or senses as a result of science Science can be the savior or the root of the problem

Message or Warning for Humans Science Fiction stories often contain a message or warning Think of the message Ray Bradbury was trying to send in Fahrenheit 451 You may want to consider the message BEFORE you begin planning your story

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