Folktales

What is a folktale?

• A traditional story passed down through generations, often featuring animals, people, and moral lessons.

• A scientific explanation of natural phenomena.

• A historical account of real events and figures.

• A modern fictional story created for entertainment.

What is a moral lesson?

• A lesson about right and wrong taught through stories.

• A lesson that focuses solely on personal gain.

• A lesson that has no relevance to ethics.

• A lesson that is only applicable in academic settings.

What is the difference between a fable and a fairy tale?

• A fable teaches a moral lesson with animals as characters, while a fairy tale includes magical elements and often features humans.

• A fable is a story that involves human characters, while a fairy tale is always about animals.

• A fable is a type of fairy tale that includes moral lessons and magical creatures.

• A fable is a short story that is purely fictional, while a fairy tale is based on real events.

What does 'happily ever after' mean in fairy tales?

• A happy ending where characters live in peace after overcoming challenges.

• A phrase used to describe a sad ending in stories.

• A term for characters who never face any problems.

• A way to indicate that the story is not finished.

What is the main purpose of a folktale?

• To entertain and teach moral lessons.

• To provide historical facts and data.

• To promote scientific theories and discoveries.

• To serve as a legal document.

What are common characters found in folktales?

• Animals, heroes, and villains

• Aliens, robots, and superheroes

• Witches, ghosts, and fairies

• Kings, queens, and knights

Why are folktales important?

• They are a form of entertainment only.

• They preserve cultural heritage, teach values, and entertain.

• They are only relevant to children.

• They are primarily used for educational purposes.

What is the role of animals in fables?

• They serve as the main characters in stories without any deeper meaning.

• They represent human traits and behaviors, helping to convey moral lessons.

• They are used solely for entertainment purposes without any moral implications.

• They are depicted as villains in most fables.

What is a fable?

• A short story that teaches a moral lesson, often with animals as characters.

• A long narrative poem that tells a heroic tale.

• A type of drama that involves a conflict between characters.

• A historical account of real events and people.

What is an example of a character in a fairy tale?

• Cinderella

• Harry Potter

• Sherlock Holmes

• Katniss Everdeen