3.3.3.2.4 - Symbolism
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What is a symbol?
💡 Hint: Think of how objects can represent feelings or concepts.
Give an example of a common symbol found in literature.
💡 Hint: Consider symbols that represent emotions.
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What is a symbol in literature?
💡 Hint: Think of how objects can symbolize feelings or ideologies.
True or False: Allegories are typically less explicit than symbols.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how overt the message is in both allegories and symbols.
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Select a novel you have read and identify two symbols used in that text. Analyze how both symbols contribute to the narrative’s themes.
💡 Hint: Consider how each symbol represents deeper psychological and thematic elements.
Discuss the effectiveness of allegory in a specific work. What nuanced messages does the allegory convey?
💡 Hint: Focus on what historical or societal critique the allegory serves to highlight.
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