Question

Read the oral literature item below and answer the questions that follow.
Slipperiness knows no king.

1. Identify an element of musicality contained in the proverb above. 
2. Explain how the audience would be involved in reciting this proverb. 
3. Cite two things that would make you know that an audience has understood the proverb cited. 

Answer 1

1. Alliteration – knows no
2. I would say ‘Slipperiness knows…’ and leave the audience to complete by saying ‘no king’
3.   
   • When they complete the proverb correctly
   • When they nod their heads
   • When they wear/show bright faces
   • When they smile