Features of Notable African Folktales and Short Stories

As a requirement for her African Literature, Trinnie needs to compile 2 poems from 3 different African countries. One thing that she noticed about the poem is that their usual themes are about their daily lives and their relationship with nature. What do you think is the reason behind these themes?

• 1. a. To preserve the culture and tradition

• 1. b. To show off their way of living and livelihood

• c. To present themselves as a superior being

• d. None of the above

1. Justin loves reading English folktales, but Stacey decided to recommend a folktale from African Literature and said it teaches how humans can be greedy. What do you think Stacey considered in recommending a literary piece to Justin despite his interest in English folktales?

• a. Themes

• b. Morals

• c. Structure

• d. Literary Genre

1. You're an avid reader who's tight on time but craves a fulfilling literary experience. Which option would best suit your needs?

• a. A lengthy novel with hundreds of chapters.

• b. A short story with a fully developed theme but significantly shorter than a novel.

• c. A novella that offers a middle ground between a novel and a short story in terms of length and complexity.

• 1. d. A recorded collection of chants.

1. You are a writer who is interested in writing a short story that is aligned to the characteristics of African Literature. Which among the choices should you consider in writing your story EXCEPT?

• a. Characters with anthropomorphic features

• b. The storyline with nature involved

• c. Endings that do not involve moral lessons

• d. Explains the character's behavior

1. Pablo is in the library to read books. Apparently, he is not fond of reading novels or long literary pieces. He asked the librarian for some help and got his query answered. Which of the following responses did the librarian tell Pablo?

• a. Try to read this short story. It is lengthy and filled with various themes.

• b. Try to read this short story. It is lengthy and does not have many themes.

• c. Try to read this short story. It is short and can only be read in one-sitting.

• d. Try to read this short story. It is short and cannot be read in one-sitting.

A Folktale is a story originating in popular culture, typically passed on by word of mouth.

• True

• False

Storytelling prevents the writers from preserving their African culture and traditions.

• True

• False

The literary piece “Anansi the Spider” is a tale that originated from Canada.

• True

• False

Folktales are traditionally called “Tales by Moonlight”.

• True

• False

Our topic for today is titled, “Distinguishing Features of Notable African Folktales and Short Stories”.

• True

• False