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WorksheetsSymbolism
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
1. The use of an image or an object to stand for something else
imagery
symbolism
theme
pictures
Why does an author use symbolism in their literary piece?
To show the importance of symbols
To convey deeper meanings about a topic or subject
What does the apple symbolize in this photo?
Gratitude for a teacher who has done a good job
a teacher is hungry
a teacher needs help
What can a light bulb symbolize?
intelligence
magic
secrets
bad luck
What can a black cat symbolize?
superstition
magic
passion
powerful
What can a lion symbolize? Choose all that apply.
leader
sad
authority
mysterious
Which animal symbolizes wisdom and knowledge?
mouse
monkey
owl
rabbit
A dog does NOT symbolize...
loyalty
mystery
friendship
protection
What does this symbol represent?
failure
success
sports
bragging
What does this symbol represent?
power/leader
beauty/power
ugly/mean
gold/red
Symbols represent a concept or idea that is more significant (or more important) than the symbol itself.
true
false
Why do people use symbols?
To help visualize their plan for a idea
For fun and make things look nicer
To give an answer to a conflict
To convey other concepts, ideas, or beliefs
The main character in a story has had a hard life. The last chapter shows a picture of her twirling around on a spring day surrounded by newly budding trees and blooming flowers. How is the character feeling at this point?
sad that the new season has started
that summer is close
like her life is restarting
excited to hear the birds chirping
The color blue represents......
powerful
royalty
happy/excited
sadness/calm
What four item types can be symbols?
Cards, envelopes, whiteout, and pens
Objects, events, people, or animals
East, west, north, and south
broccoli, strawberries, beans, bananas
The writer describes a person intently watching a bird fly overhead. What is the bird symbolizing?
knowledge
beautiful
flying
freedom
A character is wearing a purple sash. Why is his sash purple?
to represent freedom
to represent happiness
to represent that he/she likes purple
to represent royalty
Water symbolizes...
life
liquid
running
freedom
In a picture of a stack of books with an apple sitting on top of them, what do the books represent?
fruit
hunger
knowledge
power
What is a universal symbol?
symbols that communicate meanings that only one person understands
symbols that communicate meanings that large numbers of people understand
symbols that communicate meanings that only teachers know
symbols that communicate meanings that only students know
