Fairy Tales vs Fables

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What is a Fairy Tale?

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A Fairy Tale is a story that often includes magical elements, castles, and characters like kings, queens, and princesses. They usually have a happy ending.

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What is a Fable?

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A Fable is a short story that teaches a moral lesson, often featuring animals as characters. They do not usually have a happy ending.

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What is a common theme in Fairy Tales?

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Fairy Tales often have themes of good versus evil, where good characters triumph over evil characters.

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What is a common feature of Fables?

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Fables directly tell a moral or lesson, explaining what the reader should learn from the story.

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Do Fairy Tales usually have happy endings?

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Yes, Fairy Tales typically have happy endings.

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Do Fables usually have happy endings?

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No, Fables do not usually have happy endings.

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Can a story be both a Fairy Tale and a Fable?

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No, they are different types of stories with distinct characteristics.

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What type of characters are common in Fairy Tales?

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Fairy Tales often include characters like princesses, knights, and magical creatures.

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What type of characters are common in Fables?

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Fables often feature animals that speak and act like humans.

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What is the purpose of a Fairy Tale?

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The purpose of a Fairy Tale is to entertain and often to teach lessons about bravery, kindness, and love.