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Folk Literature Quiz 2 (60 MCQs)

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1. Hans Christian Anderson and The Brothers Grimm are known for which type of folk tales?
2. This African folk story follows the tale of the trickster Anansi. Name the animal.
3. Which type features characters that were real historical figures, but their deeds have been exaggerated?
4. This type of story includes hyperbole and a character larger than life.
5. Which of these is a folk tale?
6. A story about why a tiger has stripes would be an example of a .....
7. Which type of story probably has a connection to a real historical person or event?
8. Tall tales use this literary device that means an extreme exaggeration, usually not to be taken seriously.
9. Uneasiness or worry because of fear or danger
10. Situations which parallel the cycle of nature or cycle of life. WHAT TYPE OF ARCHETYPE?
11. Myths explain what?
12. Folk literature has been passed down through the oral tradition. What does this mean?
13. A story titled "How Kangaroo Got his Tail" is most likely a .....
14. A ..... is a widely told story about the past.
15. Mythology is defined as:
16. The story "The Princess and the Pea" about a sensitive princess and a test is most likely a .....
17. A story that has a moral (lesson) is called a .....
18. Told for children. Often about magical characters such as elves, goblins, & giants. The setting is often a kingdom.
19. ..... is where or when a story takes place
20. ..... means to fight, battle or struggle
21. How would we describe a story not affected by the passing of time or changes?
22. In the Western World, The Thousand and One Nights is the most well known Arabian stories and it is a great example of
23. Why does Grasshopper's mom get upset?
24. Include gods and goddesses, super beings and heroesExplain natural eventsMagical creatures Teach a lessonAre all characteristics of a .....
25. A myth is characterized as .....
26. How is a fairy tale different than a fable?
27. Which of these is a Hero Myth?
28. A short story called "The Frog and the Ox, " with a moral at the end of the story is most likely a .....
29. Which type of story has been passed down from generation to generation?
30. Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a hero?
31. Passed down through generations. Told to teach a lesson called a moral. Short story. Characters are often animals.
32. Dalawang balon, hindi malingon. (Two wells, which you cannot turn to look at.)
33. Playful characters who make mischief or take advantage of other characters are called
34. Which type of story teaches a moral or life lesson?
35. One example of a tall tale is
36. Which type of story? ..... "Once upon a time in a land faraway ..... "
37. Does not show good judgement
38. The Mahabharata is the world's longest epic and is
39. The three little pigs is an example of a:
40. One example of a fable is
41. Which type of story? ..... "always remember, a penny saved is a penny earned."
42. Creating characters by showing what characters do, say or think
43. Likes to tell others what to do
44. King Arthur is an example of a .....
45. Stories that begin with- "Once upon a time.." and end with- "Happily ever after ..... " are called .....
46. A theme repeated across many cultures and time periods (like good vs. evil)
47. -5. Stories that involve characters with highly exaggerated abilities and qualities.
48. Pick the following statement that is TRUE .....
49. To disturb or irritate others, especially by repeated acts
50. Who was the goddess of weaving?
51. ..... is one's view of the world
52. What symbol represents Johnny Appleseed?
53. Which type is reflective of a particular culture like the Greeks or Romans?
54. Which of the following would be considered types of folklore?
55. What is a Folktales
56. Demonstrates the ability to face the difficulty or danger without fear
57. John Henry is an example of a .....
58. Shows concern and love for others
59. What genre is the story "Soldier Jack ..... "
60. Are Myths and Legends the same?
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