A fictional story that uses supernatural beings to teach a moral or explain natural phenomena is called what?

• A. Fable
• B. Legend
• C. Fairy Tale
• D. Myth

Answer: (D)

Stories that use gods, spirits, or magical beings to explain how things in the world work are myths. They answer big questions about nature and existence by turning natural events or creation into supernatural tales, reflecting a culture’s beliefs and values. While myths can carry lessons, their main purpose is to explain the world, not just to teach a single moral. A fable relies on talking animals to state a clear moral. A fairy tale centers on magical adventures and magical beings for entertainment. A legend is a story about a real person or place that has been exaggerated over time. So the best fit for a story that uses supernatural beings to explain natural phenomena is a myth.