Elements of Folktales

There are _____ types of Folktales you need to know.

• six

• twelve

• five

• three

These folk tales are short, have animals that act like humans, and have a lesson to be learned.

In what type of folk tale do protagonists ALWAYS get a "happy ending"

These folk tales contain gods, spirits, and ghosts....

• Tall tales

• Legends

• Fables

• Myths

These folk tales are about protagonists who must use their wit and strength to complete a difficult task:

• Myths

• Legends

• Tall Tales

• Fairy Tales

These folk tales are often tied to a specific place or person, and can have elements of the supernatural (magic)

• Legends

• Myths

• Fables

• Tall Tales