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Symbolism Review

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Symbolism is

a)

when an author uses an object or reference to add deeper meaning to a story

b)

the events of a story

c)

the tone of the story

2.

This picture symbolizes the concept of

a)

strength

b)

practice of medicine

c)

law; justice

3.

A Symbol represents

a)

a concept or idea that is more significant (or more important) than the symbol itself.

b)

is unimportant to the story

c)

nothing more than the object it is

4.

This often symbolizes

a)

luck

b)

love

c)

caring

5.

Objects, places, people, or events are all items that can sometimes have a second, deeper "symbolic" meaning.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

"leaves turning colors" and a "rake" often symbolize the bigger idea of

a)

the season of autumn (Fall)

b)

trees

c)

work

7.

A river often symbolizes

a)

life - the continuous forward flow (movement) of life

b)

just water

c)

a geographic place on a map

8.

To recognize symbolism in literature, look for objects, places, events, or ideas that are (1) closely connected to a character and (2) are repeated throughout the story.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

In a story, what could a storm symbolize?

a)

love

b)

danger or conflict

c)

happiness

10.

Authors use symbolism to

a)

convey other concepts, ideas, or beliefs

b)

to give an answer to a conflict

c)

to help visualize their plan for an idea

11.

A trail or path is often symbolism for

a)

life's journey - traveling through life toward the unknown

b)

pavement

c)

bicycles

12.

The color purple, in our society, is an inherited symbol of

a)

royalty

b)

friendship

c)

peace

13.

This picture symbolizes the bigger idea of

a)

belonging

b)

hatred

c)

medicine/health

14.

The two items "a setting sun" & "bedtime snack", when together in literature, often symbolize what?

a)

the ending of a day

b)

the beginning of a day

15.

This picture is a symbol for what larger, secondary idea?

a)

peace

b)

death

c)

positivity