ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

TRADITIONAL LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The reasons for traditional stories were ____ (there are 3 correct reasons).
A
just for children
B
communicate
C
entertain
D
give meaning to things
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -These classic stories are not only highly entertaining, they also play an important role in passing along core values or character traits. Folktales were often employed to share a common history, to reinforce cultural values, or highlight important traditions.

Detailed explanation-2: -A traditional tale is a story that has been told and re-told for many years, and consequently, becomes a story that almost everyone knows. Traditional tales are also referred to as fairy stories or fairy tales.

Detailed explanation-3: -Traditional literature comes in five different forms: folktales, fables, myths, epic and legendary heroes, and the Bible.

Detailed explanation-4: -The four basic types of folktales are allegories, fables, trickster tales, and fairy tales.

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