Modern Fantasy facts
Does modern fantasy or folklore have a known author
Modern fantasy has a known author
How many Categories are there when it comes to modern fantasy
There are 10 categories
Does fantasy have to happen in a magical kingdom
No
what is a motif
Something the repeats in the story
Who wrote Harry Potter
J.K. Rowling
What is one reason fantasy can be difficult to write
Authors must create new physical laws or rules
Which Category features animals that talk, think, or act like human
Animal Fantasy
Can fantasy stories take place in modern day cities
yes
What Motif is the most common in fantasy
Magic
Who is known as the father of Modern Fantasy
J.R.R. Tolkien
Does fantasy have to take place in a medieval world
No, it can take place in the past, present, or future
Which category of fantasy includes characters who have magical abilities or special powers
Imaginary Worlds
What can fantasy stories include that makes an everyday setting magical
magic or supernatural elements
Which motif allows magic to move freely
Other Worlds
What book features a pig named Wilbur and a spider
Charlotte's web
What is one common misconception about fantasy in education
That is it less valuable than realistic literature
Toy story would fit into what category because toys are given human characteristics
Toys and Objects personified
what are the three places a Fantasy story can take place
Past, Present, and Future
Which Motif describes characters like fairies, witches, giants, and wizards
Special character types
What book series helped modern fantasy expand and become very popular worldwide
Harry Potter
What is one important thing fantasy allows readers to explore through stories
Emotions, Relationships, personal struggles, and difficult decisions
which category involves a character entering an unusual world
Imaginary worlds
Can a story be considered fantasy if it takes place in a normal, everyday setting
yes, as long as it includes magical or fantastical elements
Which Motif uses Magic cloaks or flying brooms
Fantastical object
which author is known for writing traditional fantasy that often focused on good versus evil
George R.R. Martin