Symbolism AKS Creation 2010. Definition A symbol implies a connection between things. Copyright 2008...

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SymbolismAKS Creation 2010

Definition • A symbol implies a

connection between things.

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Let There Be Symbolism!

• A symbol is something that is concrete (something that you can touch) that stands for something that is abstract (a feeling, an idea, or an emotion).

Examples (almost everywhere you look!)

• A dove implies a connection to peace.

• Heart = love

• White = purity or goodness

• American flag = American freedom and democracy

While you read . . . you will often find symbols that

the author has strategically placed to deepen the meaning of the text; this is called symbolism.

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What can symbols be? • The symbols themselves can be

objects, actions, and even the characters themselves become symbols – standing for good or evil, for instance.

• Regardless of the symbol and whether it is abstract or literal, symbolism adds another dimension to writing.

CAHSEE Practice Question

• True or False. Symbolism is an abstract object that stands for something that is concrete.

• A True

• B False

Analysis

• The correct answer is B, false.

• Read the question carefully.

• The terms abstract and concrete are reversed.

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