GENRES OF VIEWING ANIMATED •These are the cartoons we see on TV. Their themes vary, as well as the target age group (some are for toddlers and kids, while some are for teenagers.) CHILDREN •These shows are for children and are almost always educational. They may or may not be animated. COMEDY These shows are meant to entertain viewers, through the use of jokes and pranks. DRAMA These shows are highly emotional, and the story always had sad parts, like conflict in families, betrayals, etc. However, not all endings are sad. Usually, the protagonist prevails in the end. EDUCATIONAL These shows are highly informational and can be intended for children, teenagers, or adults. A lot of these shows are in documentary format, with each episode focusing on a certain person or theme. FANTASY These shows use unrealistic characters and plots, usually including magic and supernatural creatures. Theymay not be animated, with a lot of visual effects. HORROR These shows are intended to scare audiences, usually by employing supernatural beings, like ghost. NEWS These shows are used to inform the public about the latest updates in the world, country, and community. VARIETY SHOW These shows include games, song- and-dance performances, and other segments.