Which statement explains why the novel would be considered historical fiction? A) This book is the autobiography of Lt. Pelko. B
) Pearl Harbor was not actually bombed, so the entire story is fictional. C) Any books with historical information are considered historical fiction. D) Although characters in the book are fictional, the bombing of Pearl Harbor actually occurred.
D) Although characters in the book are fictional, the bombing of Pearl Harbor actually occurred.
Explanation:
Out of all these options, option D is the only one that describes a situation that would lead to a book being considered historical fiction. Historical fiction is a genre of literature that describes books that tell fictional stories, with fictional characters, but that happen within a context that is historically accurate. This book would be an example of historical fiction as it takes place within the context of Pearl Harbor but presents fictional characters.
