Folktales amp Fables What is a myth A traditional story that explains some aspect of human life or the natural world Myths Folktales and Fables are all considered oral literature ID: 357040
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Slide1
Myths,
Folktales, &
FablesSlide2
What is a myth?
A
traditional
story that explains some aspect of
human life
or
the natural world
.
Myths
, Folktales, and Fables are all considered
oral literature
, or stories that were passed down from one generation to the next.Slide3
Functions of Myths
To explain the
creation of the world
To explain the
human condition
How/why people were created
Why they are flawed
Why there is suffering in the world
Why people die
What happens after death
To explain
natural phenomenaSlide4
Functions of Myths
To explain the
nature of gods and goddesses
To explain the
meaning behind religious rituals
, customs and beliefs.
To explain
historical events.Slide5
What is a Folktale?
A
story that has been passed down from one generation to the next by word of mouth
including animal stories, trickster stories, fairy tales, fables, legends and tall tales.Slide6
Folktales
Folktales, unlike myths, are
secular
Folktales were created for
entertainment value
and the teaching of
social or moral values
.
Folktales feature
magic
, transformations and enchantments.
Folktale heroes tend to be
common
people without
special powers
.
Folktales are not associated with
religious rituals
.Slide7
What is an archetype?
An
archetype
is a
symbol, character, image, plot pattern or story pattern
that is found in the literature of many cultures.Slide8
Character
Archetype
T
he wise leader
The rebel
The side kick
The damsel in distress
The traitorSlide9
Image/Symbol
Archetypes
Objects or places that have a universal symbolism…
Rose – symbolizes love
Light vs. darkness
Light – hope, renewal
Darkness – the unknown, despairSlide10
Plot Pattern
Archetypes
Stories that occur in many cultures
Making the long journey home
Completing the “impossible” task
Outwitting the enemySlide11
Theme
Archetype
Ideas that occur whenever people tell stories
Good can overcome evil
People can redeem themselves
An underworld exists
Famous Movie ArchetypesSlide12
What is a trickster?
A
trickster
is a character that represents
that part of human nature that wants to break rules and cause trouble.
Tricksters try to outwit people, animals, and even gods. They are most commonly depicted in animal form.