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Storytelling and Oral Traditions

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Storytelling and Oral Traditions

📚 Part 1: Right-There Questions (Find the answers in the text)

1. Before people developed writing, what was the most important way to pass along information?
2. List two reasons people tell stories mentioned in the first paragraph.
3. Name three features that can make stories easier to remember.
4. What is a fable? Write a short definition from the text.

✏️ Part 2: Understanding and Personal Story

5. Explain in your own words: How does the oral tradition cause stories to change over time?
6. In some cultures, who were the people especially trusted to tell important stories?
7. Write your own short personal story (about 8–10 sentences). Include who told the story, what it was about, and why it mattered to you.
Optional: Draw a picture from your story or a favourite traditional tale.

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