Allegory/Symbolism Flashcard

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What is an allegory?

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An allegory is a narrative that uses characters and events to symbolize deeper moral or political meanings.

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True or False: Allegories are often intended to teach a moral lesson or make a comment about goodness or depravity.

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True

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What do symbols allow writers to suggest?

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Symbols allow writers to suggest layers of meaning and possibility.

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Which of the following teaches lessons about life: Narratives, Fables, Parables, Bedtime Stories?

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Fables teach lessons about life.

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What is a symbol?

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A symbol is an object, person, or event that has extraordinary meaning or significance attached to it.

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What does it mean when a symbol is compared to a pebble cast in a pond?

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It means that a symbol sends out ever widening ripples that provide meaning beyond the symbol's literal meaning.

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What is the primary purpose of using allegory in literature?

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The primary purpose of using allegory is to convey complex ideas and moral lessons through symbolic figures and actions.

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Give an example of a well-known allegory.

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'Animal Farm' by George Orwell is a well-known allegory that critiques totalitarianism.

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What is the difference between a symbol and a metaphor?

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A symbol represents something beyond its literal meaning, while a metaphor directly compares two unlike things.

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What are fables typically characterized by?

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Fables are characterized by short stories that feature animals and convey moral lessons.