What is a legend? Why is Robin Hood considered a legend in England? I need 5 figurative speeches from the story Robin Hood.
2006-09-08 02:14:32 · 7 answers · asked by Elektra 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
legend (plural legends)
Singular
legend
Plural
legends
A story of unknown origin describing plausible but extraordinary past events. Also historical legend.
The legend of Troy was discovered to have historical basis.
A story in which a kernel of truth is embellished to an unlikely degree.
The 1984 Rose Bowl prank has spawned many legends. Here's the real story.
A leading protagonist in a historical legend.
Achilles is a legend in Greek culture.
Any person of extraordinary accomplishment.
Michael Jordan stands as a legend in basketball.
A key to the symbols and color codes on a map, chart, etc.
According to the legend on the map, that building is a school
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Hood
2006-09-08 02:28:23 · answer #1 · answered by Nickname 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A legend is a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
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Why is Robin Hood considered a legend in England?
The Robin Hood legend has been subject to numerous shifts and mutations throughout its history. Robin himself has evolved from an obscure footpad to a national hero of epic proportions, who not only supports the poor by taking from the rich, but heroically defends the throne of England itself from unworthy and venal claimants.
2006-09-08 11:12:31 · answer #2 · answered by ????? 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Figurative speech is language that contains images. The work horses of figurative speech are metaphor, simile and personification. Such language can be used to breathe life into otherwise lifeless prose. One of the chief values of figurative speech is that it helps create a clear and vivid image for the reader.
You will need to read through your story of Robin Hood to find these. Some examples might be:
Maid Marion was as beautiful as a sunrise.
Little John was a bear of a man.
The coins in the king's pocket had seen the hands of many tax collectors.
It's interesting to note: Robin Hood did not steal from the RICH and give to the poor. He stole from the GOVERNMENT and gave to the poor.
2006-09-08 10:47:12 · answer #3 · answered by Doe 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A legend is a story that has been passed down for a significant amount of time, but any supporting facts have been lost in the process. Some legends are true, some were fiction to start with, but since they all lack factual support, they all are referred to as "legends" as opposed to "history".
2006-09-08 09:22:33 · answer #4 · answered by Pundit 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your kidding, right? Robin Hood is a fictional character. What kind of assignment is this?
2006-09-08 09:26:23 · answer #5 · answered by Master Kenobi 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
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2006-09-08 09:25:38 · answer #6 · answered by Jack D 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
two words....just suck it....www,robinhood.com
2006-09-08 09:17:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋