Folktales, fables, fairy tales Elements Flashcard

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What is the term for what goes wrong in a story?

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Problem

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What is the purpose of a moral in a story?

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To teach a lesson or principle

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What is the term for where and when the story happens?

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Setting

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What are fairy tales typically known for?

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They take place in a magical land ruled by royalty and characters are good and evil.

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What is characteristic of fables?

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They are short folktales with talking animals that teach a lesson.

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What is a folktale?

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A traditional story passed down through generations, often featuring common people and everyday events.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or being that takes part in the action of a story.

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What is a theme in a story?

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The main idea or message that the story conveys.

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What is a plot?

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The sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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The struggle between opposing forces that drives the story forward.