Why Do People Around the World Tell Similar Stories?

Imagine all the people in the world are like kids playing a game. Even if they don’t know each other, they end up telling similar stories because they face similar problems, like good vs evil or going on a journey to find something magical. These stories help them understand their world and pass down lessons from one generation to another.

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  1. A boy saves his village from a giant dragon, just like a prince saves a princess from a witch.
  2. Everyone knows about Santa Claus, but people in other countries have similar figures, like Father Frost or Saint Nicholas.
  3. The story of a wise old man who teaches someone important lessons can be found in many cultures.

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