Drama and Traditional Literature

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What is the main purpose of the story 'Maui Pulls Up the Islands'?

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To explain how the islands were raised from the sea.

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What does the word 'springs' mean in the context of movement?

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To rise, leap, move, or act suddenly and swiftly.

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What does Maui's reaction to his brothers' decision indicate about him?

Back

He is coming up with a plan.

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What character trait does Maui display through his actions?

Back

He is a trickster.

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Why are certain lines important to the plot of a play?

Back

They identify the climax of the play.

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What is traditional literature?

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Stories that are passed down through generations, often including folklore, myths, and legends.

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What is a trickster in literature?

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A character who uses wit and cunning to outsmart others, often causing chaos.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What is the exposition in a narrative?

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The introduction of background information, setting, and characters.

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What is a myth?

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A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods or heroes.