One example could be those get - rich - quick schemes. Some people claim you can make a fortune overnight by just investing a little money in a so - called 'amazing opportunity'. But in reality, it often turns out to be a scam. Another is when you hear about a product that can miraculously cure all diseases. It's too good to be true because if such a product really existed, it would be world - changing and known everywhere. Also, stories of finding a large sum of money on the street and being able to keep it without any consequences seem too good to be true as there are usually laws and ethics involved.
Yes. It often draws from real - life events and experiences, which makes it a real story. There are historical facts and real - life situations that form the basis of the story, making it not just a fictional tale.