Characteristics of a myth

1. This presentation will give you
the information you need to
know about all Greek myths.

2. There are four key
ways to recognize
that a selection is a
myth:

3. These gods & goddesses will
 Be human in appearance
 Never get old
 Have supernatural abilities
 Have the ability to travel a long
distance instantly

4.  between two or more
characters
 between characters and nature

5.  Myths are ancient stories
that usually explain how
something came to be.
 For example, the myth of
Narcissus explains why there are
echoes.

6.  Moral lessons teach us how we should
behave and how we should treat others.
 For example, the myth of Narcissus teaches us
not to think too highly of ourselves.

7. 1. The Moral Lesson: What is this myth trying to teach us?
2. An Explanation: Does it explain how something came
to be? If so, what?
3. Connections: How does this myth connect to other
myths, modern day literature, or our daily lives?