ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Myths, legends, fables and folktales are types of stories originally passed by word-of-mouth, but are now found in writing. They vary in their subject matter, from explaining the natural world and delivering life lessons, to exaggerated events and people grounded in history.

Detailed explanation-2: -Elements of Folktales: Folktales are usually about ordinary people and everyday life. The stories include setting, characters, and a problem. The characters are often flat, representing one particular trait such as cleverness. Hyperbole is always found in tall tales.

Detailed explanation-3: -Folktale is a story originating in popular culture, typically passed on by word of mouth. A fable is a short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral. The main difference between folktale and fable is that fables always teach a moral lesson to the readers, but not all folktales have a moral.

Detailed explanation-4: -In summary, folktales for kids typically include these characteristics: Shared orally for generations. Follow straight forward plotlines. Incorporate simple characters.