LITERATURE QUESTIONS
TRADITIONAL LITERATURE
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characters have superhuman abilities
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animals that talk
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have a basis in fact
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explain natural phenomena
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Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -Introduce the three main elements of tall tales: character, setting, and hyperbole. Character: Discuss with students the fact that the characters in tall tales differ from characters in other types of literature because their traits and feats are more exaggerated.
Detailed explanation-3: -The author uses a lot of exaggeration, or hyperbole. The main character accomplishes great feats using his strength and wits. The main character is helped by a powerful object or animal. The story explains how familiar things or landmarks came to be. More items
Detailed explanation-4: -a superhuman hero, usually a man, who is very strong (and/or very large) a narrator who is part of the story, or who witnessed the events. a pleasant, folksy tone. a folktale setting, such as a small town or village. a problem that affects everyone. More items