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What is the central idea of “A Tale of Traditional Tales”?
Traditional tales focus on scientific explanations
Traditional tales are written only for children
Traditional tales teach cultural values
Traditional tales are modern stories
What does "legendary" mean?
Small or insignificant
Famous or well-known from stories of the past
Funny or humorous
Newly invented
Which is an example of hyperbole (exaggeration)?
She whispered quietly.
The sun rose in the morning.
He could carry a mountain on his back.
The tree was green.
How does a tall tale differ from a folktale?
Tall tales always use exaggerated, larger-than-life elements
Tall tales are always about animals
Tall tales never have a moral.
Tall tales are shorter than folktales.
Identify the simile in “Thunder Rose”:
“The cactus stood tall.”
“He ran faster than a cheetah.”
“She was as fast as lightning.”
"The wind howled.”
What does “right partial to” mean in “Thunder Rose”?
Very angry
Slightly tired
Really liked or preferred
Completely lost
What character trait best describes Thunder Rose?
Shy and quiet
Careless and lazy
Timid and fearful
Brave and resourceful
What theme emerges in “In the Days of King Adobe”?
Generosity and sharing
Bravery in battle
Importance of silence
Fear of strangers
What does "thrifty" mean?
Always hungry
Careful with money and resources
Very generous
Extremely wealthy
What natural phenomenon does “Ten Suns” explain?
Tidal waves
Earthquakes
Drought and extreme heat
Volcanic eruptions
What does “shrewd” mean?
Strong and brave
Slow and lazy
Clever and astute
Kind and gentle
Which is figurative language in “A Pair of Tricksters”?
“The sun shone brightly.”
“She opened the door.”
“He was as sly as a fox.”
“They walked home.”
What is true about all the stories we have read in this module?
They have no characters.
They all teach a moral.
They are all poems.
They are true stories.
How does exaggeration enhance humor in tall tales?
By using only simple language.
By making characters do impossible things.
By avoiding any humor.
By shortening sentences.
“I could eat a bear” is an example of:
Metaphor
Alliteration
Hyperbole
Simile
Which device is in “She has a heart of stone”?
Hyperbole
Personification
Simile
Metaphor
