Understanding Fairy Tales and Legends

Understanding Fairy Tales and Legends

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Arts, Performing Arts

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video explores the common elements of fairy tales, focusing on the typical beginnings and character archetypes, such as the brave and well-mannered protagonist. It delves into the role of witches as antagonists and the recurring theme of prophecies, specifically the prophecy of the Befana. The narrative concludes by hinting at the origins of a legend, emphasizing the cinematic experience to uncover the full story.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common starting phrase for many famous fairy tales?

Once upon a time

Long, long ago

In the beginning

In a galaxy far, far away

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who often tries to unmask the protagonist in fairy tales?

A talking animal

A wicked witch

A handsome and brave commander

A wise old man

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recurring theme when a protagonist is in trouble?

Another witch comes to the rescue

A magical creature intervenes

A fairy godmother appears

A prince saves the day

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the prophecy mentioned in the video?

The prophecy of the Befana

The prophecy of the Unicorn

The prophecy of the Phoenix

The prophecy of the Dragon

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can one discover the origin of the legend mentioned?

In a documentary

At the cinema

In a museum

In a book