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Legends

different legends

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Examples of Legends Paul Bunyon and John Henry
How are stories handed down? stories are handed down orally through generations often as ballads (in verse)
What is the basis of legends? Seem to have some basis connection to history
What are legends centered on? usually centered on a historical incident such as a battle or journey or the founding of a city or nation or a historically important person such as a president, king/queen, explorer etc. (IFP)
What do characters or events usually become? Characters or event usually become"larger than life" and details are exaggerated in some way (hyperbole)
How long were Arthurian Legends told for? told for 1,500 years
Why did people enjoy Arthurian legends in general? people respond to the goodness of the main character, his idealistic goals, and the promise that he will return to unite and lead his country to victory against its enimies
Why did children enjoy Arthurian Legends? children enjoyed them because they can relate to a desire to astound everyone by performing a heroic deed=superhero
Why do adults like Arthurian legends? Adults like these legends because them admire the wise, mature, Arthur and the counsel of Merlin.
Fairy Tale elements: Set a long time ago, fantasy characters such as king/queens, sorcerer, involve contest to prove worthiness (FCSLAIC) (TCC)s
Created by: jackson25
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