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WorksheetsFolklore
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
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1.
Traditional stories, rooted in particular cultures, that deal with gods and other supernatural beings, as well as with human heroes, are known as
a)
fables.
b)
fairytales.
c)
legends.
d)
myths.
2.
These stories are often based on real events but are embellished with fantastic elements and/or historical figures with superhuman aspects. They sometimes serve as morality lessons.
a)
fable
b)
fairytale
c)
legend
d)
myth
3.
A story, character, motif, or theme that represents a familiar pattern repeated throughout literature and across cultures is a(n)
a)
archetype
b)
motif
c)
symbol
d)
trickster
4.
Originally, myths and legends were used to explain the cause and occurrence of phenomena in the natural world. Since the advance of science, however, these tales are more often read or told to entertain rather than to instruct.
a)
True
b)
False
5.
Folk literature is the traditional knowledge and beliefs of cultures that are written down and passed from one generation to the next.
a)
True
b)
False
6.
"Oral tradition" refers to the passing of stories, poems, and songs verbally (by word of mouth) from one generation to the next.
a)
True
b)
False
7.
Lighthearted or humorous folk tales that often contain highly exaggerated, unrealistic elements are known as
a)
fables.
b)
fairytales.
c)
myths.
d)
tall tales.
8.
A literary work that imitates another work for humorous, often satirical, purposes (such as James Thurber's "The Fox and the Crow."
a)
archetype
b)
parody
c)
legend
d)
myth
9.
Stories that deal with mischievous spirits and other supernatural occurrences, often in medieval settings, are known as
a)
fables.
b)
fairytales.
c)
parody.
d)
proverbs.
10.
One example of a "folk song" is
a)
Br'er Rabbit
b)
Cinderella
c)
John Henry
d)
King Arthur
11.
Brief stories, often with animal characters, that are told to express morals are known as
a)
parables.
b)
fables.
c)
fairytales.
d)
legends.
12.
Brief stories (like "The Prodigal Son") told to teach moral lessons (without the use of animal characters) are known as
a)
fables.
b)
myths.
c)
parables.
d)
parody.
13.
One example of a legend is
a)
Beauty and the Beast
b)
Coyote
c)
King Arthur
d)
the White Snake
14.
One example of a fable is
a)
Br'er Rabbit
b)
Fox and the Crow
c)
Coyote
d)
All of these
15.
One example of a tall tale is
a)
Coyote
b)
Echo & Narcissus
c)
Pecos Bill
d)
The White Snake
16.
Symbolism is a major element of the folk tradition.
a)
True
b)
False
17.
Which of the following is NOT a common symbol in folk tales and fairy tales?
a)
articles of clothing
b)
beasts
c)
fruit
d)
motifs
18.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a motif?
a)
abandonment by parents
b)
"All's well that ends well."
c)
incredible strength or size
d)
transformation
19.
Hans Christian Anderson and The Brothers Grimm are known for which type of folk tales?
a)
fables
b)
fairytales
c)
legends
d)
myths
20.
Because the folk tales originated out of the oral tradition, most (if not all) of the authors are anonymous.
a)
True
b)
False
21.
James Thurber's "The Fox & the Crow" and "The Princess and the Tin Box" are examples of which of the following?
a)
Parody
b)
Parable
c)
Tall Tale
d)
Myth
22.
What is surprising about the original versions of folk tales and fairytales collected by the Brothers Grimm?
a)
They lacked the characteristics of the common folk tale.
b)
They were violent and sinister; therefore, they were not appropriate for young children.
c)
They were passed down from generation to generation through the oral tradition.
d)
They did not have any symbols or motifs in them.
23.
Which of the following words means "the state of loving oneself" ?
a)
Narcissism
b)
Nemesis
c)
Meander
d)
Stoical
24.
The story "Echo & Narcissus" is an example of a
a)
fable.
b)
fairytale.
c)
legend.
d)
myth.
25.
Hare, Coyote and Loki are all examples of what type of character?
a)
Motif
b)
Myth
c)
Symbol
d)
Trickster
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