Myth Basics

What is a myth?

• An expository text that explains a topic without opinions

• A narrative text that typically comes from an ancient culture

• An argumentative text that argues for a certain opinion

• A lie that people spread during lunch time

What is the purpose of a myth?

• To argue for an opinion using evidence

• To trick the reader into believing something falsse

• To explain a belief, tradition, or important lesson

• To explain a topic without giving any personal opinions

Because myths are narrative writing, what format do they follow?

• Elements of Plot (E123CFR)

• AXES (Assertion, Example, Explanation, Significance)

• CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning)

• They do not follow any type of format

What is the highest point of tension or turning point in a story?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Resolution

What is the point in the story where the conflict is resolved and the story ends?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Resolution

In addition to having the elements of plot (E123CFR), myths all have:

• Imagery and Personification

• Imagery and Onomatopoeia

• Conflict and Simile

• Conflict and Theme

In a story, what is a conflict?

• The message or moral of the story

• The main problem in the story that the characters try to resolve

• The most dramatic or tense point in the story

• The actions leading up to the climax that build suspense

What is the theme of a story?

• The main problem that the characters try to resolve

• The moral, message, or lesson of the story

• The actions that happen after the climax

• Theme is another word for title

What is the theme of the story, King Midas and the Golden Touch?

• To always think through your magical wishes before you say them

• To reject wishes when they're granted to you

• To not trust satyrs (half man-half goats)

• To be careful what you ask for and to not be greedy

What is the conflict of the story, King Midas and the Golden Touch?

• That Silenus got lost

• That King Midas was hungry

• That King Midas couldn't do anything important without turning things into gold

• That King Midas couldn't help Silenus find Dionysus and felt guilty