Comparing Theme Vocabulary

What is a story that might not be true but is handed down from generations and accepted as historical?

• Myth

• Legend

• Fable

• Folklore

What does it mean to tell how things are different?

• Compare

• Contrast

• Analyze

• Summarize

What do we call the act of examining two or more items to find similarities and differences?

• Comparison

• Contrast

• Evaluation

• Analysis

What is the purpose of traditional literature?

• To entertain readers with fictional stories.

• To pass down cultural stories and values through generations.

• To provide scientific knowledge and facts.

• To promote modern values and ideas.

What is a moral or lesson of a story called?

• Theme

• Plot

• Character

• Setting

What is the significance of a theme in literature?

• It helps readers understand the deeper meaning and message of the story.

• It provides a summary of the plot.

• It introduces the main characters and their backgrounds.

• It determines the genre of the story.

What are stories passed down through many generations by word of mouth, such as Fairy Tales?

• Traditional literature

• Modern fiction

• Historical accounts

• Scientific narratives

What is the difference between a myth and a legend?

• A myth is a story based on historical events, while a legend is a traditional story that explains a natural phenomenon.

• A myth is a traditional story that explains a natural or social phenomenon, while a legend is a story that is believed to be based on historical events but is not entirely true.

• A myth is a fictional tale, while a legend is a factual account of real events.

• A myth is a story told for entertainment, while a legend is a story that teaches a moral lesson.

What is the term for the central message or insight of a story?

• Theme

• Plot

• Character

• Setting

What is a fable?

• A type of poem that tells a story

• A short story that typically features animals and conveys a moral lesson.

• A long narrative that describes historical events

• A fictional tale about human relationships