Exploring the Power of Symbolism in Literature
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English
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6th - 10th Grade
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Olivia Brooks
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does a symbol typically represent?
Its literal meaning
An unrelated concept
Something else entirely
A random idea
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CCSS.RI.6.7
CCSS.RI.7.7
CCSS.RL.6.7
CCSS.RL.8.7
CCSS.RL.9-10.7
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do authors use symbolism in their writing?
To add layers of meaning
To confuse readers
To avoid using metaphors
To make the text longer
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CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In literature, what does the color black often symbolize?
Happiness
Love
Wealth
Death
Tags
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
30 sec • 1 pt
What might a red rose symbolize in a story?
Anger
Love
Jealousy
Fear
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the green light in 'The Great Gatsby' symbolize?
A warning signal
A new beginning
Gatsby's desire to be with Daisy
Gatsby's wealth
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.7
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can a broken mirror symbolize in literature?
Good luck
Wealth
Separation or bad luck
A new beginning
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CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do doves commonly symbolize?
Peace
War
Fear
Chaos
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.5
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