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Symbolism Miss Quaranta July 2007 Literary Term Academy presents…

What a symbol?  A symbol is a concrete item used to represent an abstract idea.  “Concrete” refers to something that can be touched.  “Abstract” refers to something that cannot be touched.

For example…  The American Flag represents unity of the 50 nations in our country.  You can touch the flag but you can’t touch “unity.”

When is symbolism used?  Symbols are used in literature, song lyrics, film, and society.  They are a tool that writers use to make their writing more interesting and have a deeper meaning for the audience.

Symbolism in Literature  Symbolism is used in Shirley Jackson’s short stories often.  In The Lottery by Shirley Jackson, a small town continues a ridiculous tradition of stoning a townsperson that “wins” a local lottery.

Where is symbolism in this story?  The stones are used to symbolize naivety of the townspeople.

Symbolism in Film  Symbolism is also used in film.  In the film Castaway starring Tom Hanks, the volleyball was used as a symbol for the need for companionship.  Tom “befriends” the volleyball and is distraught when he goes missing.

What do the following symbols mean? Love

Peace

Also Peace!

Finding Symbols  Next time you are reading, take a deeper look at those concrete items and determine if they are a symbol for an abstract idea!