This slidecast presentation defines and provides information about legends. It explains that legends are semi-true stories passed down orally from person to person that have important cultural meaning. Legends usually include some factual elements and are based on historic events, but also contain fantastical elements. They often feature heroic characters or locations and may incorporate a culture's spiritual beliefs. The presentation concludes by directing viewers to a quiz and website with more legends.

1. LegendsWelcome to the “All About LEGENDS” slidecast, prepared and presented by G. Walsh and E. Power.Please listen to and read the information presented on these slides, then try the quiz at the end.

2. LegendsLet’s learn about them together ……

3. LegendsA legend is a semi-true story, whichhas been passed On orally From person-to-Person.1

4. LegendsA legend has important meaning for the culture in which it originates. 2

5. LegendsA legend usually includes some element of truth, or is based on historic facts, but with unbelievable characteristics. 3

6. LegendsLegends usually involve heroic characters or fantastic locations. They may also Include spiritual beliefs of the culture in which they are created.4

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8. LegendsNow that you understand the basics of a legend, you should proceed to the quiz at the end of this slidecast to test your knowledge of legends.When you are finished, return to our Legends website to read, listen to, and watch some classic legends.10

9. References for Legends1 - http://www.berattarverkstan.se/engindex.htm2 - http://www.moonchyldecreations.com/Native-American-Legends.html3 - http://www.scholastic.co.in/index.php/usborne-illustrated-guide-to-greek-norse-legends.html4 - http://www.spiritualsaffron.co.uk/?page_id=5415 - http://www.bookrags.com/The_Legend_of_Sleepy_Hollow6 - http://blog.eduify.com/index.php/2009/10/25/5-classic-scary-stories/7 - http://www.story-lovers.com/listsnativeamericanstories.html8 - http://www.solarnavigator.net/trojan_horse.htm9 - http://izhevsk.ru/forummessage/9/294799.html10 - http://www.moonchyldecreations.com/Native-American-Legends.htmlThanks to http://myths.e2bn.org/teachers/info311-what-are-myths-legends-and-folktales.htmlfor information about legends.

10. LegendsLet’s review what we have learned ….1. How is a legend passed on?

11. LegendsLet’s review what we have learned ….1. How is a legend passed on? 2. For whom does the legend have important meaning? A legend is passed on orally from person-to-person.

12. LegendsLet’s review what we have learned ….1. How is a legend passed on? 2. For whom does the legend have important meaning? 3. On what is a legend usually based? A legend is passed on from person-to-person.A legend has important meaning for the culture in which it originates.

13. LegendsLet’s review what we have learned ….1. How is a legend passed on?2. For whom does the legend have important meaning? 3. On what is a legend usually based? 4. What cultural beliefs may be included in a legend? A legend is passed on from person-to-person.A legend has important meaning for the culture in which it originates. A legend is usually based on historic facts.

14. LegendsLet’s review what we have learned ….1. How is a legend passed on? 2. For whom does the legend have important meaning? 3. On what is a legend usually based?4. What cultural beliefs may be included in a legend? A legend is passed on from person-to-person.A legend has important meaning for the culture in which it originates. A legend is usually based on historic facts.The spiritual beliefs of a culture may be included in a legend.

15. LegendsCongratulations!You may now proceed to the Legends webpage.