
Exploring Symbolism in Literature
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English
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8th Grade
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Lindsay Jarboe
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is symbolism in literature?
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities
A type of rhyme scheme
A form of dialogue
A narrative style.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of symbolism in literature?
used to explain the characters' motives
convey deeper meanings
expand on dialogue
to add more words
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CCSS.L.4.5
CCSS.L.5.5
CCSS.L.6.5
CCSS.L.7.5
CCSS.L.8.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following can be a form of symbolism?
Characters
Items
Events
All of the above.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a symbol?
When something in a story represents its literal meaning.
When something in a story represents something else beyond its literal meaning.
When a story has no deeper meaning.
When a story is only about symbols.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does symbolism add to a story?
Confusion and complexity.
Depth and layers of meaning.
Simplicity and clarity.
Literal interpretation.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of symbolism in literature?
A red rose representing love
A cat representing bad luck
A clock representing time
All of the above
Tags
CCSS.L.4.5
CCSS.L.5.5
CCSS.L.6.5
CCSS.L.7.5
CCSS.L.8.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does a dove typically symbolize in literature?
War
Peace
Anger
Wealth
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
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