Common Symbols in Literature

Which animal symbolizes wisdom and knowledge?

• Mouse

• Rabbit

• Owl

• Monkey

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What does this symbol represent?

• Peace
• Love
• Anger
• A flower

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What does this symbol represent?

• power/authority

• A king or queen

• Beauty

• Hatred

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What does this symbolize?

• Courage/authority

• Cowardice

• Wisdom

• Fear

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Why does an author use symbolism in their literary piece?

• To convey deeper meanings about a topic or subject
• To show the importance of symbols

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What does this path symbolize?

• knowledge

• unknown destination

• journey

• joy

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What does this season symbolize?

• death

• truth

• transitions

• new life

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What would a bridge most likely symbolize?

• emptiness

• knowledge

• a connection

• bravery

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What would a rock most likely symbolize?

• endurance

• change

• love

• evil

An illustrator draws a picture of a person intently watching a bird fly overhead. What is the bird representing?

• freedom
• knowledge
• the chosen one
• birth

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