Traditional Literature

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What are the five story elements in any story?

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Plot, Setting, Character, Conflict, Theme

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What types of traditional literature are there?

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Folktales, Fairytales, Fables, Myths, Tall Tales, Legends

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What is a universal theme that often appears in traditional literature?

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Good overcoming evil

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What are myths usually about?

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Heroes or godly characters

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Which type of story often includes the theme 'Dreams really do come true'?

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Fairy tale

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What is a folktale?

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A traditional story passed down orally, often featuring common people and everyday events.

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What is a fable?

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

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What is a fairy tale?

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A story that often includes magical elements and fantastical creatures, usually with a moral lesson.

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What is a legend?

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A traditional story sometimes regarded as historical but unauthenticated, often featuring heroic figures.

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What is a tall tale?

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A humorous story with exaggerated elements, often based on a real person or event.