Tall Tales Vocabulary

What is exaggeration in tall tales vocabulary?

• Exaggeration refers to making something seem smaller, worse, or less important than it actually is

• Exaggeration refers to adding humor to a story without any embellishment

• Exaggeration refers to telling the truth without any embellishment

• Exaggeration in tall tales vocabulary refers to the act of making something seem larger, better, or more important than it actually is.

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Define hyperbole in the context of tall tales.

• Hyperbole is a form of poetry

• Hyperbole in the context of tall tales is an exaggerated statement or claim not meant to be taken literally.

• Hyperbole is a type of short story

• Hyperbole is a factual and realistic statement

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Who is a typical tall tale hero and what makes them different from regular heroes?

• They are different from regular heroes because they always serve as moral examples

• Tall tale heroes are known for their realistic and believable stories

• A typical tall tale hero is often an exaggerated or larger-than-life character with extraordinary abilities or feats. They are different from regular heroes in that their stories often involve unbelievable or impossible events, and they are often used to entertain or amuse rather than to serve as moral examples.

• A typical tall tale hero is a regular person with no extraordinary abilities

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Give an example of an exaggerated event in a tall tale.

• A dog who can fly to the moon and back in a day.

• A man who can jump over a mountain in a single bound.

• A woman who can swim across an ocean in 5 minutes.

• A child who can lift a skyscraper with one hand.

How does hyperbole add humor to tall tales?

• Hyperbole makes the tall tales more realistic and believable

• Hyperbole tones down the exaggeration in tall tales

• Hyperbole has no impact on the humor in tall tales

• Hyperbole exaggerates the details in tall tales, making them more outrageous and unbelievable, which adds humor to the story.

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Name one famous tall tale hero and describe their exaggerated abilities.

• Johnny Appleseed is a famous tall tale hero known for his exaggerated ability to grow apple trees instantly and cover the land with apples.

• Pecos Bill is a famous tall tale hero known for his exaggerated ability to lasso a tornado and ride it like a horse.

• Davy Crockett is a famous tall tale hero known for his exaggerated ability to wrestle bears and never lose a fight.

• Paul Bunyan is a famous tall tale hero known for his exaggerated strength and size, such as creating the Grand Canyon with his axe and dragging his axe to create the Mississippi River.

Explain the purpose of using exaggeration in tall tales.

• Exaggeration is used in tall tales to provide accurate and realistic descriptions of characters and events.

• The purpose of exaggeration in tall tales is to downplay the extraordinary qualities of the characters and events.

• Exaggeration is used in tall tales to entertain and amuse the audience, as well as to emphasize the larger-than-life qualities of the characters and events in the story.

• Exaggeration in tall tales is meant to bore the audience and make the story less interesting.

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What are some common characteristics of tall tale heroes?

• Timid and fearful

• Some common characteristics of tall tale heroes include exaggerated strength, bravery, and larger-than-life adventures.

• Average strength and abilities

• Small and uneventful adventures

How do tall tales differ from other types of stories in terms of exaggeration and hyperbole?

• Tall tales use minimal exaggeration and hyperbole

• Tall tales are more realistic and down-to-earth

• Tall tales differ from other types of stories in their use of extreme exaggeration and hyperbole.

• Tall tales are known for their subtlety and understatement

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Why are tall tales often associated with American folklore?

• Tall tales are associated with American folklore because they are a common feature in European folklore.

• Tall tales are associated with American folklore because they are known for their brevity and simplicity.

• Tall tales are associated with American folklore because they are historically accurate accounts of events.

• Tall tales are often associated with American folklore because they reflect the spirit of adventure, exaggeration, and humor that are characteristic of American culture.

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