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What is the main purpose of a fable?
What is the main purpose of a fable?
- To teach a moral lesson through animal characters (correct)
- To entertain readers with stories of animals
- To describe the habits of various animals
- To explore the relationships between animals in the wild
Which of the following animals is commonly featured in fables?
Which of the following animals is commonly featured in fables?
- Lions
- Monkeys (correct)
- Kangaroos
- Elephants
When were Aesop's Fables first written down?
When were Aesop's Fables first written down?
- Around 600 BC (correct)
- Around 100 AD
- Around 200 AD
- Around 500 BC
What kind of lessons do fables typically aim to teach?
What kind of lessons do fables typically aim to teach?
Why do fables often feature talking animals?
Why do fables often feature talking animals?
Study Notes
A fable is a short story with animals as characters, designed to teach a moral lesson. They have been popular since ancient times and can be found in many different cultures throughout history. Fables often feature talking animals, such as wolves, pigs, rabbits, hens, dogs, cats, sparrows, owls, crows, and monkeys. Some of these stories may seem familiar because they've become part of our common culture, like Aesop's Fables, which were first written down by the Greek writer Aesop around 600 BC. These tales are still used today to help children learn valuable lessons about honesty, bravery, and other virtues.
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Description
Test your knowledge on fables, short stories with animals as characters designed to teach moral lessons. Explore popular fables from different cultures, including Aesop's Fables, which have been passed down through generations to impart valuable life lessons.
