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Myths and Legends

Characteristics of Myths Religious in nature Explain beliefs, values, rituals, natural phenomena Heroes often descend from gods Hero faces impossible task/quest Task accepted and faced with courage, ingenuity, and superhuman qualities. Myths and Legends. Myths and Legends.

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Myths and Legends

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  1. Characteristics of Myths • Religious in nature • Explain beliefs, values, rituals, natural phenomena • Heroes often descend from gods • Hero faces impossible task/quest • Task accepted and faced with courage, ingenuity, and superhuman qualities Myths and Legends

  2. Myths and Legends Characteristics of Legends • Based on real historical event or person • Reveal cultural values • Extraordinary deeds • Fantastic, supernatural elements

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