1. Identify six elements or themes where you notice similarities or differences in the four creation tales given on page 14 of the introduction. You can replace the element text with the name of the similarity or difference that you identify and then use the area in that row for each of the tales to explain the element in that tale. If an element does not apply to all four tales it is ok to leave some squares blank. “The Song of Creation” from the Rig Veda An African Creation Tale From the Popol Vuh A Native American Creation Tale, “How Man Was Created Element #1(Replace with your own text) Use this area to cite the text and explain the element you identified. Element #2 Element #3 Element #4 Element #5 Element #6
2. Briefly describe another creation legend not listed in the text. (You may need to do some research to identify a creation legend, if you are not familiar with one.)
3. Identify the same elements described in question #1 of this legend and identify similarities and differences.