Exploring Ballads and Folktales

What is a ballad and how does it differ from other genres?

• A ballad is a genre of music that only focuses on instrumental elements.

• A ballad is a type of dance that involves multiple performers.

• A ballad is a narrative poem or song that tells a story, often focusing on themes of love or adventure, and differs from other genres by its rhythmic structure and storytelling focus.

• A ballad is a short story that does not have a rhythmic structure.

Identify a key characteristic of emotive language in poetry.

• It uses complex metaphors.

• It evokes strong emotions.

• It avoids emotional appeal.

• It focuses on factual information.

What is the purpose of letter writing in storytelling?

• To create suspense and mystery without character involvement.

• To reveal character emotions and advance the plot.

• To provide historical context and background information.

• To serve as a decorative element in the narrative.

Name a common theme found in folktales.

• The journey of self-discovery

• The role of magic in everyday life

• The struggle between good and evil

• The importance of family bonds

Define the term 'genre' in literature.

• Genre refers to the emotional impact of a story.

• Genre in literature is a category of artistic work defined by its style, form, or content.

• A genre is a specific author’s writing style.

• Genre is the chronological order of events in a narrative.

What is the role of rhythm in a ballad?

• Rhythm enhances the musicality and emotional impact of a ballad.

• Rhythm is irrelevant in a ballad.

• Rhythm only serves to confuse the listener.

• Rhythm is used solely for storytelling purposes.

Provide an example of a verb phrase used in a sentence.

• was running

• is jumping

• is running

• has run

How does rhyme enhance the reading experience of a poem?

• Rhyme enhances the reading experience by adding musicality, improving memorability, establishing rhythm, and connecting ideas.

• Rhyme is only important for children's poetry.

• Rhyme makes poems longer and more complex.

• Rhyme has no effect on the emotional impact of a poem.

What is a biography and how does it differ from a folktale?

• A biography is a type of novel, and a folktale is a scientific report.

• A biography is a fictional story about a hero, while a folktale is a true account of someone's life.

• A biography is a collection of poems, whereas a folktale is a historical document.

• A biography is a factual account of a person's life, while a folktale is a traditional story with mythical elements and moral lessons.

Identify a verb in the following sentence: 'The cat jumped over the fence.'

• jumped

• over

• cat

• fence