Folktales preserve cultural memory in compact, transmissible form. The Norwegian story of Askeladden, a youngest brother who succeeds where his elders fail, both entertains and encodes a centuries-old social expectation: that humility and resourcefulness will prevail over arrogance and brute strength.
Which choice best describes the function of the second sentence in the text?
- Acheck_circle
It illustrates the general claim about folktales with a specific Norwegian example.
- B
It contradicts the claim that folktales preserve cultural memory.
- C
It introduces a new genre unrelated to folktales.
- D
It questions the value of folktales as cultural records.
Explanation
The Askeladden tale illustrates the opening generalization. B captures the example function.