Symbolism Review

Symbolism is

• when an author uses an object or reference to add deeper meaning to a story

• the events of a story

• the tone of the story

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This picture symbolizes the concept of

• strength

• practice of medicine

• law; justice

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A Symbol represents

• a concept or idea that is more significant (or more important) than the symbol itself.

• is unimportant to the story

• nothing more than the object it is

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This often symbolizes

• luck

• love

• caring

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Objects, places, people, or events are all items that can sometimes have a second, deeper "symbolic" meaning.

• True

• False

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"leaves turning colors" and a "rake" often symbolize the bigger idea of

• the season of autumn (Fall)

• trees

• work

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A river often symbolizes

• life - the continuous forward flow (movement) of life

• just water

• a geographic place on a map

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To recognize symbolism in literature, look for objects, places, events, or ideas that are (1) closely connected to a character and (2) are repeated throughout the story.

• True

• False

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In a story, what could a storm symbolize?

• love

• danger or conflict

• happiness

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Authors use symbolism to

• convey other concepts, ideas, or beliefs

• to give an answer to a conflict

• to help visualize their plan for an idea

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