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Please copy into the Class Notes section of your notebook. Symbolism Please copy into the Class Notes section of your notebook.

What is Symbolism? Symbolism is something that stands for or suggests something else by reason of relationship or association. A.K.A… A visible sign of something invisible.

Common examples… The lion = The cross = Any other popular examples??? Courage The cross = Christianity Any other popular examples???

With each of the following images, jot down what comes to your mind With each of the following images, jot down what comes to your mind. These are fairly basic and universal symbols… What do you think each image symbolizes?

However… Literary symbols are a little different… Literary symbols are more private and personal. Their meaning is only evident in the context of the work in which they appear. Symbols can have more than one meaning. The meanings, ideas, and concepts can tend be a little abstract.

The conch Fire Piggy’s glasses The beast The plane crash The scar The dead parachutist Other…

What are some of the symbols in LOTF ? Below are some of the symbols present in Lord of the Flies. Please keep in mind that their symbolic meaning really only works in the context of the novel’s “world.” In teams of 2-4, choose one (1) symbol and create a poster that analyzes this symbol.

Symbol What does it symbolize? Explain the symbol’s significance in the context of the novel. IMAGE -- 3-4 quotes from novel that relate to your chosen symbol -- Please include chapter and pg. # -- Analysis - How does this quote work in describing the symbol’s significance?