Elements of Folk Lit
Analyzing Folk Lit
Forms of Folk Literature
Vocabulary
Gumbo Pot
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What is Oral Tradition?
Passing down stories from generation to generation through word of mouth/verbally
100
What is a Flat Character?
A character that seems to only have one trait, such as kindness or evil. The character does not stray from that one trait the whole duration of the story.
100
What is a Folk Tale?
Deals with w/ people and/or magical characters. Reflects the values of and beliefs of the culture in which they were created. Example: Sun and Moon in a Box
100
Create a sentence using the word "common" as an adjective and meaning "shared" or "public".
The government works for the common good of our community.
100
Give me an example of Cause and Effect from "Demeter & Persephone"
Because Persephone went missing, Demeter punished the earth.
200
What is a Universal Theme?
Themes that have been repeated across many cultures and many time periods. They express ideas that people from all around the world believe are important.
200
What is a Stated Theme?
A theme that is written down obviously. It is said directly. Example: "The moral of this story is that one act of kindness often leads to another" -The Lion and the Mouse
200
What is an Epic?
Long narrative poems important to the history of a nation or culture. Tells of a "larger than life" character that goes on a dangerous journey/a quest. Example: The Odyssey http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/hopper/text?doc=Perseus%3Atext%3A1999.01.0136%3Abook%3D9
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Create a sentence using the word "Community" as a noun.
My community consists of my family, my coworkers, and neighbors.
200
Give me an example of Cause & Effect in Popo & Ixtla.
Because the jealous warriors said Popo was dead, Ixtla died of a broken heart.
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What is Personification?
A type of figurative language in which nonhuman subjects are given human qualities.
300
What is an Implied Theme?
Theme that is suggested rather than stated outright. Clues for the theme lie in the details that describe characters, setting, and plot.
300
What are Fables?
Brief stories or poems that often feature animal characters who act and speak like humans. Usually end with a moral that is directly stated. Examples: Duckbilled Platypus vs. Beefsnakstik
300
Which vocabulary word fits in the blank best? "In the Hispanic culture, the act of making tamales on Christmas Eve as a family is a special _____________.
Tradition
300
Give me an example of Cause & Effect in Sun and Moon in a Box.
Because Eagle let Coyote hold the box, he opened the box and let the sun and moon escape, which caused winter.
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Give me an example of personification.
Lightning danced across the sky. Traffic slowed to a crawl. My alarm clock yells at me every morning. The last piece of cake was calling my name.
400
What is an archetype?
An element that happens regularly in literature from around the world and throughout history.
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What is a Legend?
Traditional stories based off of real-life events. As the story is retold, fact turned to fiction and characters became larger than life. Example: Robin Hood, the Loch Ness Monster, Popo and Ixtl
400
Describe what "Culture" means in your own words.
(noun) Customs of a group or community.
400
What does Sun and Moon in a Box tell us about the Zuni people?
The value duty to community, respect towards family, and responsibility from an individual.
500
Give me an example of a Universal Theme?
Goodness is eventually rewarded. Inner beauty is more important than outward appearance. Cleverness or courage can over come physical strength. Those who want more will never be satisfied.
500
Give me an example of either a plot, character, or idea archetype.
Plot: A dangerous journey, A struggle between good & evil characters, an explanation of how something came to be Characters: A brave hero, a trickster, talking animals Ideas: Magic in the normal world, hero helped by super natural beings or powers, evil disguised as good
500
What is a myth?
Tales that relate to the actions of gods and goddesses, and the heroes who interact with them. May try to teach a lesson or explain something in nature. Example: Demeter & Persephone,
500
Describe what the word "Diversity" means in your own words.
(noun) variety, as of groups or cultures.
500
What lesson is shown in Popo and Ixtla?
Love is a powerful emotion that should not be suppressed.
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