Symbolism - Brief Intro.

the deeper idea or feeling a symbol suggests.

Figurative Meaning

the surface, what the object actually is or does.

Literal Meaning

Symbolism

you should have the definitions for Symbolism, Literal Meaning, and Figurative Meaning in your notes.

Open Ended

How do symbols impact us in our everyday life?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why people can recognize logos even when part of the image is missing?

• Because logos use symbolism that conveys meaning beyond their literal appearance.

• Because people memorize every detail of logos.

• Because logos are always simple and easy to remember.

• Because logos are always shown in full.

Literal Meaning: Lightning, weather

Figurative Meaning: magical destiny, painful past, unique connection to Lord Voldemort.

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Lightning Bolt in Harry Potter

Open Ended

What is an example of a symbol that you have seen in literature (a book or story), or that you have seen in a movie? What is the symbol's literal and figurative meaning?

Open Ended

Give an example of a color and what that color could symbolize.

Open Ended

What are the 2 symbols on the American flag?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of symbolism in real life?

• A stop sign representing the command to stop

• A cow eating grass

• A person running a race

• A tree growing in a forest

Open Ended

In the story Red Roses, what could the roses that Derek gives Lila represent?