Types of Traditional Literature

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What is a fairy tale?

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A folktale with a magical person or place and king or queen.

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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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True or false: a central message, moral, and lesson are the same thing.

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True.

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What is an example of an exaggeration that could be found in a tall tale?

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I just ran a million miles!

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What type of traditional literature is a folktale about a real person or event that includes both real and fake information?

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Legend.

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What is a fable?

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

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What is a tall tale?

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A story that uses exaggeration and humor to tell about a person or event.

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What is the main purpose of a myth?

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To explain natural phenomena or cultural beliefs.

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What is the difference between a legend and a myth?

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A legend is based on real people or events, while a myth is more about gods and nature.

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What is a central message in literature?

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The main idea or lesson that the author wants to convey.