Folktales, fables and fairy tales

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What is a fable?

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A fable is a short story that teaches a lesson, often with animals as characters.

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What is a folktale?

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A folktale is a story that has been passed down through generations, often reflecting the culture of a community.

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What is a fairy tale?

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A fairy tale is a story that includes magical elements and often features royalty, such as kings and queens.

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True or False: Fables usually have a moral lesson at the end.

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True

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What is the main purpose of a folktale?

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The main purpose of a folktale is to entertain and teach cultural values.

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True or False: Fairy tales often involve good and evil characters.

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True

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What is the difference between a fable and a folktale?

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A fable teaches a lesson with animals, while a folktale is a traditional story that reflects cultural values.

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What is a moral?

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A moral is a lesson that can be learned from a story.

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True or False: Folktales are always true stories.

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False

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What type of characters are commonly found in fairy tales?

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Fairy tales often have magical characters, such as fairies, witches, and talking animals.