Question

question #1
a tall tale is best defined as
a quest story in which the protagonist discovers his or her true identity.
a story with a hero and villain that has a universal theme.
a story that features nature as a dominant setting.
a story with exaggerated characters and storyline and humor.

question #2
true or false: \to build a fire\ is an excellent example of realism.
false true

question #3

ichard cory\ takes a surprising turn at the end of the poem when cory
murders everyone at the town meeting
commits suicide
shows up at the town hall in a suit of armor

Explanation:

• Question #1: A tall tale is known for its exaggerated elements (characters, storylines) and often has a humorous tone. The other options describe different story types (quest story, story with hero - villain and universal theme, nature - dominant setting story) which are not the core of a tall tale.
• Question #2: "To Build a Fire" by Jack London is a naturalist work. Naturalism is a more extreme form of realism that emphasizes the role of environment and heredity in shaping human destiny. It is not a prime example of realism (which focuses more on representing everyday life without the extreme determinism of naturalism).
• Question #3: In the poem "Richard Cory", the surprising turn at the end is that Richard Cory, who seemed to have everything (wealth, good looks, etc.), commits suicide.

Answer:

• Question #1: A story with exaggerated characters and storyline and humor.
• Question #2: False
• Question #3: Commits suicide