Objective: Read and identify characteristics of myths, legends and fables.

Myths Fables Legends

 A myth gives a reason for
events
 Myths sometimes contain
gods and goddesses
 Myths always provide
lessons about good or bad
behavior.
 A fable teaches a lesson or  A legend usually based on
moral real person or event
 A fable usually contains  It is exaggerated which
animal character means: to make something
 Fables are sort sound bigger, better, or
 Fables usually have 2 or worse than it really is.
3characters.  Legends usually have hero.

Directions: Read the text and choose whether they are myths, legends or fables, then, circle the
correct answer.

a) Myths b) legends c) fables

a) Myths b) legends c) fables

a) Myths b) legends c) fables