Myths, legends and folkloric tales are stories, beliefs and customs that have been passed down from one generation to the next and are usually conveyed by word of mouth. These tales usually combine a loosely accurate (if at all) account of historical events together with a mythological character (often a hero or villain) and a moral to the story.
The actions of the characters are frequently used to convey a lesson or a warning to the listeners.
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