Symbolism

What does a heart typically symbolize?

• fear

• time

• love

• thunder

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The best candy is --

• Sour Patch Kids

• Peanut Butter Cups

• Jolly Ranchers

• M & Ms

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What is a symbol?

• a sign

• something representing something else

• an object

• characters in a story

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A dog does NOT symbolize...

• loyalty

• protection

• friendship

• mystery

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True or False: Symbols can only have one meaning.

• True

• False

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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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Ana had spent an unhappy night of tossing and turning. Yesterday, the wrong move had caused her to lose the volleyball match. As she sat up in bed the next morning, she could see the sun just peeking over the bushes in her back yard. As the sun rose higher and shined more brightly, Ana felt her spirits lifting. Feeling her confidence return, Ana thought to herself, I know I can work harder, and I'll make the team forget yesterday ever happened.

In this passage, the rising sun symbolizes—

• Ana's house

• volleyball

• a second chance

• a sleepless night

In a story, what could a storm symbolize?

• love

• happiness

• danger

• luck

What does this symbol represent?

• Anger

• A bald eagle

• Freedom

• Fear

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The best superhero is --

• Superman

• Iron Man

• Spider Man

• Captain Marvel

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