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What is a folk ballad?
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A folk ballad is a type of narrative poem that tells a story in simple language and often includes repeated refrains and dialogue.
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What are common themes found in folk ballads?
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Common themes include love, adventure, tragedy, historical events, and supernatural phenomena.
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What is the typical structure of a folk ballad?
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Folk ballads often have a simple structure with quatrains that have an ABCB rhyme scheme.
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How were folk ballads traditionally shared?
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They were passed down orally from generation to generation before being written down.
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What is the purpose of repetition in folk ballads?
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Repetition helps in memorization and emphasizes important parts of the story.
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Explain the role of dialogue in folk ballads.
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Dialogue helps to move the story along and engage the listener by giving voice to the characters.
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What is a refrain, and why is it used in folk ballads?
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A refrain is a repeated line or stanza used to create rhythm, emphasize themes, or build suspense.
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Name one famous folk ballad from another country.
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'Scarborough Fair' is a famous English folk ballad.
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How do folk ballads reflect the culture of their origin?
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They often include cultural elements like traditions, historical events, and moral values specific to the society they come from.
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What distinguishes a folk ballad from a literary ballad?
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A folk ballad is rooted in oral tradition and often has unknown authors, while a literary ballad is a written form with a known author mimicking the style of folk ballads.
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Why is music often associated with folk ballads?
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Music aids in memorization and adds an emotional layer to the storytelling in folk ballads.
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What are some typical characters found in folk ballads?
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Common characters include knights, lovers, supernatural beings, and tragic heroes.
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Give an example of a supernatural element in folk ballads.
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In many ballads, ghosts appear to communicate with the living or seek revenge.
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Why do folk ballads tend to have simple language?
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Simple language makes the story accessible to all listeners, regardless of age or education.
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How do folk ballads often convey moral lessons?
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Through the stories and outcomes of the characters' actions, often highlighting the consequences of good or bad behavior.
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