What Is a Legend

What is a legend in literature?

• A factual historical account

• A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated

• A scientific theory

• A modern novel

Which of the following is a characteristic of a legend?

• Based on scientific facts

• Includes supernatural elements

• Always has a happy ending

• Written in the first person

Identify the legend from the following options.

• The Theory of Relativity

• The Legend of King Arthur

• The Diary of Anne Frank

• The Constitution of the United States

What is the primary purpose of a legend?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To explain cultural values

Which sentence best describes a legend?

• A legend is a short story with a moral lesson.

• A legend is a narrative of human actions that are perceived both by teller and listeners to take place within human history.

• A legend is a poem that describes nature.

• A legend is a play that involves comedy.

In literature, how does a legend differ from a myth?

• Legends are always true, myths are false.

• Legends are based on historical events, myths are not.

• Legends are written in prose, myths in poetry.

• Legends are about gods, myths are about heroes.

Which of the following is NOT a common theme in legends?

• Heroic deeds

• Moral lessons

• Scientific discoveries

• Cultural heritage

What role do legends play in society?

• They serve as legal documents.

• They are used to teach scientific principles.

• They help preserve cultural heritage and values.

• They are primarily for entertainment.

Which of the following best describes the language typically used in legends?

• Formal and technical

• Colloquial and informal

• Simple and narrative

• Complex and poetic

What is the difference between a legend and a fairy tale?

• Legends are based on real events, fairy tales are purely fictional.

• Legends are for children, fairy tales are for adults.

• Legends are always written, fairy tales are oral traditions.

• Legends have animal characters, fairy tales do not.