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WorksheetsSymbolism Pretest
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is a symbol?
a sign
something representing something else
an object
characters in a story
In order to identify a symbol in a text, definitely look for the following -
The way the character speaks
An abstract idea in the text
An object which is repeatedly mentioned
All of the above
An object/symbol in the text will -
mean the same thing to the reader and character in text
represent a universal idea
often relate to the theme
all of the above
True or False: Symbols can only have one meaning.
True
False
What does a heart typically symbolize?
fear
time
love
hunder
A dog does NOT symbolize...
loyalty
protection
friendship
mystery
The writer describes a person intently watching a bird fly overhead. What is the bird symbolizing?
freedom
knowledge
the chosen one
birth
What might a "storm" symbolize?
A difficult time
Thunder and lightning
A party
Cold weather
Which of the following symbols may represent a broken relationship?
A Siberian Tiger
Shattered glass
Fire
Stars
