| Traditional Literature
In this chapter you will:
A Perspective on Traditional Literature- Distinguish between the two literary approaches to mythology.
- Learn the psychological theories of folklore expressed by Freud and Jung.
- Read how folklorists who are interested in structure view folktales.
- Determine the value of folk literature from the viewpoint of children.
Folktales- Read a definition of folktales.
- Distinguish the features of the following folktale types: cumulative tales, pourquoi stories, beast tales, wonder tales, and realistic stories.
- Identify the characteristics of these folktale elements: plot structure, characterization, style, theme, and motifs.
- Learn the purposes for using folktale variants.
Fables- Determine sources throughout the world where fables have originated.
- Learn the characteristics of fables.
Myths- Read a description of mythology.
- Learn the distinguishing features of these forms of myth: Creation, nature, and hero.
- Determine the ways these mythologies differ: Greek and Norse.
Epic and Legendary Heroes- Differentiate epics from other folk literature.
- Read about these three epics: the Iliad, the Odyssey, and the Ramayana
- Read about medieval heroes.
The Bible as Literature- Read the views that support teaching the Bible as literature.
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