STAAR Exploring Children's Literature Classics

Which of the following is a characteristic of a folktale?

• It is a factual account of historical events.

• It often includes talking animals and magical elements.

• It is a scientific explanation of natural phenomena.

• It is a detailed biography of a famous person.

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What is a common theme found in fables?

• The importance of wealth and power.

• The triumph of good over evil.

• The consequences of greed and foolishness.

• The exploration of outer space.

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Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of legends?

• They are always set in the future.

• They are based on historical events or figures.

• They contain only fictional characters.

• They are written in the form of a diary.

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What is a myth typically used to explain?

• The daily life of a modern family.

• The origin of the world and natural phenomena.

• The rules of a board game.

• The biography of a famous scientist.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a tall tale?

• It is a realistic story with no exaggeration.

• It features ordinary people in everyday situations.

• It includes exaggerated characters and events.

• It is a poem about nature.

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Which of the following is an example of a fable?

• "The Tortoise and the Hare"

• "The Odyssey"

• "Paul Bunyan"

• "The Legend of King Arthur"

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What is the primary purpose of a folktale?

• To provide scientific explanations.

• To entertain and teach moral lessons.

• To document historical events.

• To describe technological advancements.

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Which of the following is a well-known myth?

• "The Boy Who Cried Wolf"

• "The Iliad"

• "Jack and the Beanstalk"

• "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"

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What is a common element found in legends?

• Talking animals.

• Supernatural beings or events.

• Detailed scientific data.

• Modern technology.

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Which of the following best describes a tall tale?

• A story with realistic characters and events.

• A story with exaggerated characters and impossible events.

• A story that explains the laws of physics.

• A story that is always set in the future.

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