Traditional Literature

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What is a tall tale?

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A tall tale is a fictional story that stretches the truth, often featuring characters with super-human abilities.

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How do fairy tales typically begin?

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Fairy tales often begin with 'Once Upon A Time...'.

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What is a common ending for fairy tales?

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They often end with 'They Lived Happily Ever After'.

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What theme is commonly found in fairy tales?

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The theme 'Dreams really do come true' is commonly found in fairy tales.

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What describes the setting of a tall tale?

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The setting of a tall tale is often linked to an actual historical time period.

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What is a fable?

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A fable is a short story that typically features animals and conveys a moral lesson.

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What is a legend?

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A legend is a traditional story sometimes regarded as historical but unauthenticated.

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What is a myth?

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

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What is the theme of a narrative text?

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The theme is the message the author is trying to get across to the reader.

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What is the main purpose of a fairy tale?

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The main purpose of a fairy tale is to entertain and often to teach a moral lesson.