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Folktales and legends in Dominican Republic

Last activity 01 December 2019 by James81_Parker

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Diksha

Hello everyone,

Time to spark your imagination! Below is a list of questions to pique your interest in folktales and legends associated with the Dominican Republic.

1. Name 3 popular legends that have been passed down from generation to generation in Dominican Republic.
2. Name 2 famous legendary, heroic characters part of Dominican folklore.
3. Which are the villains which feature in local folktales?
4. Have any legends/folktales led to common superstitious beliefs or practices observed today in Dominican Republic?
5. Have you come across any folktale with a message which has struck you as interesting?

Thanks for participating,
Diksha

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Hmmmmmm. My answer is not really! 

However there are countless often silly superstitions! 

That list is endless! 

You can't open the fridge after ironing or you will die.

You can't shower or bath when your feet are hot or you will die!

I have dozens and will add more as we go along....

ChristieE

Women don't set their pocketbooks on the floor because all the money will run out and away.

James81_Parker

ChristieE, this is something common in the Balkans as well. A really odd and funny superstition.

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