Which of the following is not a characteristic of historical fiction?
a. descriptions of historical events
b. dramatized versions of actual characters from history
c. realistic depictions of historical settings and cultures
d. language that is difficult for contemporary readers to understand

D. language that is difficult for contemporary readers to understand

Explanation:

Historical fiction refers to a category of story that relates to or told about real life events or cultures that took place in the past. Some characters who may have never existed may be included in the historical fiction in order paint a clearer picture even though their actions may not have historical significance.

The following are the characteristics of a historical fiction

1. It combines real events with fictional events. This is done by adding insignificant events and/or characters to the accurate and real historical events.

2. There were real conflicts among the characters in that past period.

3. Descriptive writings were used to portray the the characters for easier identification of each character.

3. Suspense is created by including some intriguing plot that are reasonable and solvable.

4. The historical setting that are used are usually authentic in order to give the right tone to the story.

5. Historical fiction is based on real setting and time in the past told in simple language to temporary readers who are curious to know more.

Therefore, language that is difficult for contemporary readers to understand is not characteristic of historical fiction.

the correct answer would be:  

a. adverb phrase