Types of Traditional Literature

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What is a myth?

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A folktale that explains why something happens in nature.

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What is a tall tale?

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A folktale with lots of exaggerations and humor.

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What is a fable?

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A short story that usually has talking animals and teaches a lesson.

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What is a legend?

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A folktale about a real person or event that includes both real and fake information.

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What is an example of a fable?

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The Tortoise and the Hare.

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What is an exaggeration?

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A statement that makes something seem much bigger or more important than it really is.

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What type of traditional literature includes magical people or places?

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Myth.

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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 is a common feature of tall tales?

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They often include larger-than-life characters and events.

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What is the difference between a myth and a legend?

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A myth explains natural phenomena, while a legend is based on real people or events.