Let's solve the worksheet step by step and explain each answer.
---
1) MATCH
We need to match the terms
MYTHS,
LEGENDS, and
FABLES with their correct definitions.
#### Definitions:
-
They tell stories about people and their actions and deeds.
-
They are short stories that teach a moral lesson. They are usually about animals.
-
They tell stories of Gods, Goddesses, men and women.
#### Matching:
-
MYTHS →
They tell stories of Gods, Goddesses, men and women.
✔ *Myths often involve gods, goddesses, and supernatural beings explaining natural phenomena or cultural practices.*
-
LEGENDS →
They tell stories about people and their actions and deeds.
✔ *Legends are based on historical figures or events, often exaggerated, but rooted in real people (e.g., King Arthur).*
-
FABLES →
They are short stories that teach a moral lesson. They are usually about animals.
✔ *Fables like "The Tortoise and the Hare" use animal characters to illustrate a moral.*
---
2) CHOOSE THE CORRECT OPTION
#### a) FAIRY TALES WERE WRITTEN FOR ________.
Options:
CHILDREN /
ADULTS
✔ Answer: CHILDREN
*Fairy tales are traditionally written for children, though they may contain deeper themes. Classic examples include "Cinderella," "Snow White," etc.*
> 💡 Note: While some fairy tales were originally told to adults, they are now primarily associated with children’s literature.
---
#### b) ________ WERE INVENTED TO EXPLAIN NATURAL OR HISTORICAL EVENTS.
Options:
MYTHS /
LEGENDS
✔ Answer: MYTHS
*Myths were created to explain natural events (like thunder, seasons) or the origins of the world. For example, Greek myths explained lightning as Zeus throwing thunderbolts.*
> 🔍 Legends may be based on real people/events, but myths are more about explaining the world through supernatural means.
---
#### c) ________ ARE STORIES IN WHICH MAGICAL THINGS HAPPEN.
Options:
FABLES /
FAIRY TALES
✔ Answer: FAIRY TALES
*Fairy tales feature magic, witches, enchanted objects, talking animals, and magical transformations (e.g., "Sleeping Beauty," "Rapunzel").*
>
✘ Fables typically don’t have magic; they focus on animal characters with human traits but not supernatural elements.
---
#### d) FABLES AND LEGENDS ________ A LESSON.
Options:
TEACH /
DON’T TEACH
✔ Answer: TEACH
-
Fables always have a moral lesson (e.g., “The Boy Who Cried Wolf” teaches honesty).
-
Legends may also carry lessons or values (e.g., bravery, loyalty), even if not explicitly stated.
> So both fables and legends
teach a lesson — though fables do so more directly.
---
✔ Final Answers:
#### 1) MATCH
-
MYTHS → They tell stories of Gods, Goddesses, men and women.
-
LEGENDS → They tell stories about people and their actions and deeds.
-
FABLES → They are short stories that teach a moral lesson. They are usually about animals.
#### 2) CHOOSE THE CORRECT OPTION
a)
CHILDREN
b)
MYTHS
c)
FAIRY TALES
d)
TEACH
---
Let me know if you'd like this turned into a printable answer sheet!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of legend worksheet.
