Question

read this excerpt from \the people could fly.\
and the old man, old toby, flew behind them, takin care of them. he wasnt cryin. he wasnt laughin. he was the seer. his gaze fell on the plantation where the slaves who could not fly waited.
how does this excerpt show that the story is a folktale?
○ it describes a group of people with a special ability.
○ it describes a group of people in conflict with a villain.
○ it describes how people deal with everyday life.
○ it describes a person who saves a group of others.

Explanation:

Folktales often include elements of magic or special abilities. The excerpt shows people (like old Toby) who can fly, a special ability. Option A matches as it describes a group with a special ability. Option B: no villain shown. Option C: flying isn't an everyday life action. Option D: old Toby is taking care, not saving in a way that defines the folktale trait here; the key is the special ability of flying.

Answer:

A. It describes a group of people with a special ability.