Fairy Tales and Fables Quiz

Which of the following is typically NOT found in a fairy tale?

• A magical object

• A moral lesson

• A happily ever after ending

In fables, animals often:

• Have human characteristics

• Use magic powers

• Live in castles

What is the main purpose of a fairy tale?

• To entertain

• To teach a lesson

• To predict the future

Which of these is a common element in both fairy tales and fables?

• Talking animals

• A clear moral or lesson

• Royal characters

Fairy tales often begin with the phrase:

• "The moral of the story is…"

• "Once upon a time…"

• "In a galaxy far, far away…"

The main characters in fables are usually:

• Princesses and princes

• Animals

• Magical creatures

What is a common theme in fairy tales?

• Good versus evil

• The importance of hard work

• The dangers of technology

Fables are typically:

• Long and complex stories

• Short stories with a moral

• Poems with rhyming verses

Which of these is more likely to be found in a fairy tale than in a fable?

• A wicked stepmother

• A fox outsmarting other animals

• A story about the value of honesty

The moral of a fable is usually:

• Stated explicitly at the end

• Hidden within the story

• Left for the reader to interpret