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Symbolism A symbol is something that represents something else

What can be a symbol? An object Picture Written word Sound Numerals Language

Religious Symbols

Mathematical Symbols

Political Symbols Maple Leaf = All things Canadian Red Bars = Pacific and Atlantic Ocean (surrounding Canada) Red Bars also = English and French influences

Color Symbolism

Symbolism in Writing Symbolism is used to provide meaning to the writing beyond what is actually being described Plot and action are one level in the story; symbolism is another level

What Do These Mean to You?

Poison - Danger

Love

Olympics

Men’s Room

Peace Sign

International “No”

Example from Literature Harry Potter Could be seen as containing a lot of symbolism Example: snake representing evil. It is no coincidence that the symbol of Slytherin House is a serpent. All information and examples from:

Hunger Games Any ideas as to what might be a symbol in this novel?

survival, friendship, love

survival

rebellion

survival

Woods

survival

silent salute: respect, rebellion

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