Ramayana part 1 vocabulary

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What is a myth?

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Something widely believed to be true that is not true.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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Who is the character that opposes the hero?

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Villain - can be an enchantress, temptress, monster, evil figure, devil, or serpent.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

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What is a mentor?

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A personal role model.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What is a herald in storytelling?

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A person, thing, or event that issues a challenge to the hero or announces the coming of significant change.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

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What is an epic?

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A long narrative poem detailing the adventures of heroic figures.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What is a quest?

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A long journey undertaken by a hero to achieve a goal.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

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What is karma?

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The belief that actions have consequences, affecting one's future.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What is a sage?

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A wise person, often a teacher or philosopher.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What is a threshold guardian?

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A character that tests the hero's abilities and commitment.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

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What is a shapeshifter?

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A character that changes form or personality, often creating uncertainty.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.9