Understanding Literary Genres

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What is a Legend?

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A traditional story handed down orally, based on actual people or events.

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What is a Tall Tale?

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A story in which exploits of the character are greatly exaggerated.

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What is a Folktale?

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A group of stories that were passed down from generation to generation to amuse or entertain, meant to keep ideas and customs alive.

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What defines a Myth?

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A traditional story that explains a natural or social phenomenon, often involving gods or supernatural beings.

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What is Non-fiction?

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Stories that are factual or true.

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What is Fiction?

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Literary works that are created from the imagination, not based strictly on fact.

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What is a Fable?

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A short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral.

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What is a Fairy Tale?

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A story that features magical and fantastical events, often with a moral lesson.

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What is a Parable?

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A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.

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What is a Biography?

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A detailed description of a person's life, written by someone else.