Maui and the Sun

Which of the phrases below prove this is a tall tale?

• "..sun is too much powerful."

• "...two brothers sit on the beach..."

• "I am sure I can do it!"

• "...Maui lassos the rope around the sun."

Which of these show the rising action?

• "The sun goes down..."

• "The sun moves too fast across the sky!"

• "You're not strong enough to control the sun."

• "I am sure I can do it!"

This is a tall tale because-

• Maui's intelligence is exaggerated.

• His brother's powers are exaggerated.

• The size of the rope is exaggerated.

• Maui's strength is exaggerated.

What was Maui's motive to slow down the sun at the end of the story?

• Help people see clearer during the day

• Help others be more industrious during the day

• Help the village see danger coming their way

• Help his brothers see their dinner

How does Maui play a significant role in the resolution of this tall tale? Use text evidence to support your answer.