Folktales

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What is a legend?

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Based on real people, but aren't necessarily all true stories.

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This type of story includes a moral lesson.

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Fable.

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Fables involve characters that...

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Are animals.

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Which is an example of a fable?

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The Tortoise and the Hare.

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of a folktale?

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More often read than spoken.

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What is a folktale?

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A traditional story passed down orally, often featuring cultural themes.

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What is a tall tale?

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A humorous story with exaggerated elements, often based on a real person.

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What is a myth?

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A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods.

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What is the main purpose of a fable?

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To teach a moral lesson.

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What are common characters in fables?

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Animals that speak and act like humans.