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Symbolism Pretest

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a symbol?

a)

a sign

b)

something representing something else

c)

an object

d)

characters in a story

2.
Why does an author use symbolism in their literary piece?
a)
To convey deeper meanings about a topic or subject
b)
To show the importance of symbols
3.

In order to identify a symbol in a text, definitely look for the following -

a)

The way the character speaks

b)

An abstract idea in the text

c)

An object which is repeatedly mentioned

d)

All of the above

4.

An object/symbol in the text will -

a)

mean the same thing to the reader and character in text

b)

represent a universal idea

c)

often relate to the theme

d)

all of the above

5.

True or False: Symbols can only have one meaning.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

What does a heart typically symbolize?

a)

fear

b)

time

c)

love

d)

hunder

7.

A dog does NOT symbolize...

a)

loyalty

b)

protection

c)

friendship

d)

mystery

8.

The writer describes a person intently watching a bird fly overhead. What is the bird symbolizing?

a)

freedom

b)

knowledge

c)

the chosen one

d)

birth

9.

What might a "storm" symbolize?

a)

A difficult time

b)

Thunder and lightning

c)

A party

d)

Cold weather

10.

Which of the following symbols may represent a broken relationship?

a)

A Siberian Tiger

b)

Shattered glass

c)

Fire

d)

Stars