Exploring Folktales

What is a folktale?

• A folktale is a modern novel written by an author.

• A folktale is a traditional story passed down orally, reflecting cultural values and morals.

• A folktale is a historical document detailing events.

• A folktale is a scientific explanation of natural phenomena.

Can you name a famous folktale?

• Jack and the Beanstalk

• Cinderella

• The Three Little Pigs

• Little Red Riding Hood

Who usually tells folktales?

• Professional storytellers on stage

• Famous authors and playwrights

• Storytellers, such as parents and community members.

• Teachers and professors

What is the main purpose of a folktale?

• To serve as a guide for scientific experiments.

• To convey cultural values and morals.

• To provide historical accounts of events.

• To entertain children with funny stories.

What elements are common in folktales?

• Scientific theories

• Moral lessons, fantastical characters, cultural themes, oral tradition, simple plot structure.

• Mathematical concepts

• Historical events