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​Myth Narrative Elements

By Lauren Rullo

In the myth, Bright Sunbeam marries a fisherman, embraces Saami culture, and has a daughter named Akanidi, only for it all to be taken away by her sisters' cruel actions.

Myths are stories told to pass culture down from generation to generation. Storytelling is a common practice among cultures all over the world.

The Saami people llive across Norway, Sweden, and Finland.

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​Myths and Storytelling

Tibetan mythology features gods, demons, and the struggle between good and evil. It also focuses on spiritual enlightenment and the challenges of the physical world.

Myths in Tibet

Multiple Choice

Which statement about myths and storytelling in Tibet is true?

• Myths use the same ideas and themes.

• Myths often include supernatural beings or events.

• Myths always include a struggle against evil.

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engages the reader and provides a foundation of the setting and characters_​

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exposition

rising action

inciting incident

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propels the story forward by introducing the problem​

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inciting incident

resolution

climax

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provides momentum for the upcoming events​

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rising action

inciting incident

resolution

The Daughter Serdrun""

This myth from Tibet is about a thief who tricks a family into letting him marry their daughter, but his true motive is to steal gems and ornaments.

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