LITERATURE QUESTIONS
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A traditional story believed to be based on real people and events
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A humorous story about events and characters that are exaggerated
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A classical story created to explain mysteries of the universe
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A story about idiots with too much power
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Detailed explanation-1: -Britannica Dictionary definition of TALL TALE. [count] : a story that is very difficult to believe : a greatly exaggerated story.
Detailed explanation-2: -A tall tale is about a larger-than-life hero or heroine with superhuman abilities. Tall tales are often funny and outrageous, where everyday problems are solved in humorous ways. The stories feature exaggerated details to tell about the main character’s life and amazing feats of bravery and strength.
Detailed explanation-3: -Although no one knows for sure, many people believe these stories are called tall tales because they describe heroes that are larger than life. The heroes of tall tales are taller, bigger and stronger than real people-even if the tall tale is based on a real person!
Detailed explanation-4: -When I went fishing, I caught a fish as big as my arm! Sorry I’m late, traffic was backed up all the way to my driveway. My girlfriend’s a supermodel, but you don’t know her; she goes to a different school.