Which term refers to stories of wonderful events popularly believed to have some historical basis and passed down through ages?

• A. Myths
• B. Tragedy
• C. Legends
• D. Conflict

Answer: (C)

Legends are stories of wonderful events connected to real people, places, or events, and passed down through generations. They mix historical elements with extraordinary details, making them feel plausible while also growing more embellished over time. This combination—some historical grounding plus memorable, miraculous or remarkable happenings—explains why these tales endure across ages. For example, legends about King Arthur are tied to real British places and history, but include legendary feats that go beyond confirmed fact. This differs from myths, which usually explain origins or natural phenomena through gods and supernatural forces, and from broad terms like tragedy or conflict, which describe genres or generic struggles rather than stories anchored in possible history.