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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Heroes of the People: Fact and Folktale in The People Could Fly

Question 4 • FL-1001040-M/J Language Arts 2 B

What is most likely the lesson taught to listeners of “The People Could Fly”?

Answer
A
When people find themselves enslaved by cruel and unjust forces, it is important not to give up on the power of magic.
B
When people find themselves enslaved by cruel and unjust forces, it is important never to give up on freedom.
C
When people find themselves enslaved by cruel and unjust forces, it is important to wait for the situation to change for the better.
D
When people find themselves enslaved by cruel and unjust forces, it is important to remain calm.

Explanation

The folktale “The People Could Fly” centers on enslaved people who use their inherited ability to fly as a way to escape bondage. Its message is that even under cruel and unjust oppression, people should hold on to the hope and possibility of freedom. The lesson is not simply to wait or stay calm; it is to never give up on freedom.

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