Heroes of the People: Fact and Folktale in The People Could Fly
Question 8 • FL-1001040-M/J Language Arts 2 B
Read this excerpt from "The People Could Fly."And the old man, old Toby, flew behind them, takin care of them. He wasn't cryin. He wasn't laughin. He was the seer. His gaze fell on the plantation where the slaves who could not fly waited.How does this excerpt show that the story is a folktale?
Answer
A
It describes a group of people with a special ability.
B
It describes a group of people in conflict with a villain.
C
It describes how people deal with everyday life.
D
It describes a person who saves a group of others.
Explanation
The excerpt describes people who can fly, which is a magical or extraordinary ability rather than an ordinary part of life. Folktales often include supernatural events or special powers, so “It describes a group of people with a special ability” best explains how this excerpt shows the story is a folktale.
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