Features of a Legend

Which of the following is not a feature of a legend?

• Heroic character

• Nature setting

• Mix of fact and fiction

• The people and the places are usually be real

• The events of the story are %100 true

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A legend is...

• a recount of an event using only facts.

• a story with a moral that teaches people lessons.

• a story where animals are personified to teach the reader a lesson. 

• A story which includes elements of truth or is based on historical fact but with 'mythical' qualities.

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Which type features characters that were real historical figures, but their deeds have been exaggerated?

• tales

• legend

• myth

• fable

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Which type of folk lit uses hyperbole?

• fairy tale

• legend

• fable

• myth

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A story that is believed to be based on real people and events.

• Myth

• Fairy Tale

• Legend

• Tall Tale

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This folk narrative explains the origin of things.

• epic

• legend

• fable

• myth

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Which of the following is a common feature of a legend?

• A) A completely fictional setting

• B) A moral lesson

• C) A historical basis with mythical elements

• D) Talking animals

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What distinguishes a legend from a myth?

• A) Legends are always true

• B) Legends are based on historical facts

• C) Myths are based on real events

• D) Myths always have a moral lesson

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Which element is least likely to be found in a legend?

• A) Supernatural events

• B) Historical figures

• C) Detailed scientific explanations

• D) Heroic deeds

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In literature, a legend typically includes:

• A) A protagonist with no flaws

• B) A setting in a fictional universe

• C) Elements of truth and exaggeration

• D) A focus on animal characters

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