1. Q11. What is Contemporary Realism and how is it differ from Historical Realism?

2. Definition of Contemporary Realism
Made up of stories that could happen to real people in real setting
Usually take place in the same time period the reader is living
Contains informal and conversational dialogue
Character react to situations as real world people
Creates imaginary characters and situations that depicts our world and society
Focuses on themes of growing up and confronting personal and social problems

3. Types of Contemporary Realism
Adventure stories
Survival stories
Mystery or dectective stories
Humorous adventures
Domestic realism
Social realism
Psychological realism
Realistic animal stories

4. Historical Realism
Details of time and place are usually authentic and accurate
Contains actual historical figures
Characters including the protagonist are often fictionalized
Characters may be dealing with themes of growth and place in society common in contemporary fiction