Myths and Folktales

What is a myth?

• A story that explains a natural or social phenomenon, often involving supernatural beings

• A story that is always true and based on historical facts

• A story that is written down and never changes

• A story that is only about animals

What is a folktale?

• A story that is always written down

• A story originating in popular culture, typically passed on by word of mouth

• A story that is only about gods and demigods

• A story that is never told to children

Which of the following is a key characteristic of myths?

• They are always humorous

• They involve supernatural beings or events

• They are only about animals

• They are always set in the future

How are folktales typically passed on?

• Through written books

• By word of mouth

• Through television shows

• By email

What is one main difference between a myth and a folktale?

• Myths are always funny, while folktales are serious

• Myths explain natural events, while folktales often provide a moral

• Myths are only about animals, while folktales are about humans

• Myths are always set in the future, while folktales are set in the past

What role do myths play in society?

• They are used to teach mathematics

• They play a fundamental role, such as foundational tales or origin myths

• They are only used for entertainment

• They are used to predict the weather

What is a common feature of folktales?

• They are always written by famous authors

• They are characteristically anonymous, timeless, and placeless

• They are always about historical events

• They are only told in schools

What is typically involved in myths?

• Only human characters

• Supernatural beings or events

• Only animal characters

• Only historical figures

What is the primary way folktales are shared?

• Through social media

• Orally among people

• Through newspapers

• Through movies

What is a widely held but false belief or idea called?

• A myth

• A folktale

• A fable

• A fairy tale