Cinderella

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Amidst cinders and dreams, a fairy godmother’s magic leads Cinderella to a night of enchantment. Glass slippers and midnight chimes, she captivates a prince's heart. A hastily lost shoe sparks a royal search, turning her ashes to opulent allure. Happy ever after!

Cinderella Trivia

What does Cinderella leave behind at the ball? (Easy)
#1: Her ring
#2: Her slipper
#3: Her necklace
#4: Her tiara
What is the name of Cinderella's evil stepmother? (Hard)
#1: Lady Maria
#2: Lady Tremaine
#3: Lady Anastasia
#4: Lady Claudia
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Cinderella Fun Facts

In the original Cinderella story by the Brothers Grimm, her slippers were made of gold, not glass.
The earliest known version of the Cinderella story is from ancient Greece, dating back to around 7 BC.

Cinderella Polls

Who is your favorite character in Cinderella?
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Fairy Godmother
Prince Charming
Stepmother
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Which version of Cinderella do you like the most?
The 1950 Disney animated film
The 2015 live-action film
The Grimm Brothers' original story
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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Circa 860 AD

First Known Written Version of Cinderella

The earliest known version of the Cinderella story dates back to the 9th century in China, with the tale of Ye Xian, which includes elements central to later Cinderella stories.

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April 28, 1697

Publication of Charles Perrault's Cinderella

French author Charles Perrault published 'Cendrillon, ou la petite pantoufle de verre' ('Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper') in his 1697 collection of fairy tales, establishing many of the story's familiar elements such as the glass slipper and fairy godmother.

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December 20, 1812

Brothers Grimm Publish 'Aschenputtel'

The Brothers Grimm included a version of Cinderella titled 'Aschenputtel' in their 1812 collection of German folk tales, which featured darker themes and different elements from Perrault's version.

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February 15, 1950

Disney's 'Cinderella' Released

Walt Disney released the animated film 'Cinderella', which became a classic and greatly popularized the character worldwide, defining her appearance and story for many generations.

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March 13, 2015

Live-action 'Cinderella' Film Released

Disney's live-action adaptation of 'Cinderella' directed by Kenneth Branagh was released, introducing the character to a new audience with fresh design and storytelling.

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