1. Characteristics of a Myth

2. Eight Characteristics of a Myth
Myths attempt to explain a natural phenomenon
Myths have many gods
The gods and heroes are superhuman beings
Gods have human-like emotions
Myth contain magic
Gods often appear in disguises
Good is rewarded and evil is punished
Myths contain violence

3. Directions
Read The Face in the Pool (Echo and Narcissus) with a partner.
In your notebook record Echo and Narcissus.
Find examples of five of the characteristics of a myth in the story and record them in your journal.
Example:
Natural Phenomenon = This story explains ___________________
Gods have human-like emotions = In this story the god (goddess) acts ______________________________________