Trickster Tales and Their Cultural Significance

Trickster Tales and Their Cultural Significance

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Arts, Social Studies, Performing Arts

4th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video explores the rich tradition of African storytelling brought to America by enslaved Africans, focusing on trickster tales featuring characters like Brer Rabbit and Brer Fox. These stories, popularized by Joel Chandler Harris and later by Walt Disney, have roots in West Africa. They served as a form of entertainment and a source of hope during slavery. The video narrates a specific tale where Brer Rabbit cleverly tricks an elephant and a whale, illustrating the theme of the small overcoming the big. The video concludes with a nod to Georgia Stories.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of trickster tales brought by Africans to America?

The importance of wealth

The strength of large animals

The cleverness of small animals

The beauty of nature

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who popularized the characters Brer Rabbit and Brer Fox in America?

Walt Disney

Harriet Beecher Stowe

Joel Chandler Harris

Mark Twain

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Africans bring with them to America that was most significant?

Gold and jewels

Stories and music

Clothing and food

Weapons and tools

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary form of entertainment for enslaved Africans in America?

Telling stories

Listening to music

Watching movies

Playing games

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did storytelling play for enslaved Africans?

It was a form of rebellion

It was a way to plan escapes

It was a way to learn new skills

It provided a sense of hope

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the film 'Gullah Tales'?

It shows modern life in Africa

It depicts life on a plantation during slavery

It is a documentary about wildlife

It is a musical about African culture

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the story, what does Brer Rabbit claim he can do to the elephant?

Make him invisible

Make him fly

Pull him out of his bed

Outrun him

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