Folktales
What is a folktale?
A folktale is a story passed down from generation to generation, usually by word of mouth, that teaches a lesson, value, or cultural belief.
What is an archetype?
An archetype is a repeating character type that represents universal patterns of human nature in literature and media.
This is the part of the plot where characters, setting, and the main situation are introduced.
Exposition
This word means the lesson a story teaches you. (You will also have to spell this word)
Moral
What does DCI stand for?
District of Columbia International School
What is the name of the two folktales we have read so far?
1. "All Stories are Anansi's"
2. "Ananse the Even-Handed Judge"
This archetype is the main character who goes on a journey or faces a challenge.
Hero
This is the most exciting or intense part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest point.
Climax
This archetype gives advice or guidance to help the hero. (You will also have to spell this word)
Mentor
DCI serves students in which grade levels?
6th–12th grade
Anansi is often trying to collect these—like stories or wisdom.
Stories
This archetype provides guidance, wisdom, or magical help to the hero.
Mentor
This plot stage shows the consequences of the climax and begins to wrap up the story.
Falling Action
Who is the main character we have read in our folktales, and what are the two ways he spells it?
Anansi and Ananse
What is the mascot of DC International School?
Three-Headed Dragon
Anansi is an example of this type of archetype.
Trickster
This archetype often tests the hero’s strength or wisdom, helping them grow even if they seem like an enemy.
The Guardian
This element is often revealed through the plot and expresses the story's message or lesson.
Theme
This is a pattern or type of character seen repeatedly in stories around the world.
Archetype
The spread of Anansi stories through the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade shows the power of this cultural tradition.
Storytelling
Tricksters are known to be ________ ________ because they have the power to be either good or evil; it just depends on their __________.
Boundary crossers and intentions
Anansi often has to deal with the consequences of his trick. This shows that trickster tales still teach this.
Moral Lesson
This word means giving animals human traits, like talking or thinking.
Anthropomorphism
DCI was formed when several language immersion charter schools came together. Name three of them.
LAMB, DC Bilingual, Stokes, Mundo Verde, and Yu Ying