Layers of Meaning
Authored by Sarah Williams
English
8th Grade
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1.
LABELLING QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
When talking about the 'Layers of Meaning' we refer to a cake. It helps us visualize each 'layer' which is used to fully understand a text. Label each layer of the cake to the layer of meaning. Pretend we are cutting into the cake. What are the first layers we need to know to understand a text?
Mood: reader's feelings evoked
Tone: The author's attitude
Literal level: What the words mean
Author's Purpose: the interpretation
Tags
layers of meaning
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Symbols allow writers to...
...convey layers of meaning.
...take a break from typing so much.
...turn on their headphones while they type.
...play Solitaire.
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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
1 min • 1 pt
Symbols represent...
...abstract concepts.
...layers of meaning.
...something other than the object itself.
...All of the above.
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CCSS.RI.7.7
CCSS.RI.8.7
CCSS.RI.9-10.7
CCSS.RL.7.7
CCSS.RL.8.7
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why does an author use symbolism in their literary piece?
To convey double meanings about a topic or subject
To show the importance of symbols
To help the reader understand the setting
To make the story longer
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CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why is it essential to read poetry multiple times for deeper understanding?
Poetry does not contain multiple layers of meaning
It is essential to read poetry multiple times for deeper understanding because each reading uncovers new layers of meaning and connections.
Reading poetry once is enough to understand it fully
Deep understanding of poetry can be achieved in a single reading
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RL.7.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
All of the following are layers of meaning EXCEPT
Author's Purpose
Mood
Plot
Tone
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
An allegory is a story in which:
Characters, setting and actions stand for something beyond their literal meaning
a story in which characters, settings, and symbols have new definitions
a story in which characters, settings, and symbols have magical powers
a story in which characters, settings, and symbols know one another
Tags
CCSS.L.4.5
CCSS.L.5.5
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