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Motifs and a little bit of theme too.
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What is a motif A motif is a detail within the story that repeats itself throughout the work. Examples of common motifs include colors, character traits, objects, locations, or situations. The sky's the limit, really. What makes something a motif is when it shows up several times throughout the story. Think of them as breadcrumbs left by the author to draw your attention toward something important in the theme or message of the story.
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Motif A motif is a recurring object, concept, or structure in a work of literature. A motif may also be two contrasting elements in a work, such as good and evil. A motif is important because it allows one to see main points and themes that the author is trying to express.
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http://www.wtps.org/wths/imc/Pathfinders/motifs_in_literature.htm
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Themes, Motifs, and Symbols Themes are the fundamental and often universal ideas explored in a literary work.Themes Motifs are recurring structures, contrasts, or literary devices that can help to develop and inform the text’s major themes.Motifs Symbols are objects, characters, figures, or colours used to represent abstract ideas or concepts.Symbols
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Resources used http://www.feltham.hounslow.sch.uk/ENGLISH%20Lord%20of%20the%20Flies%20- %20Themes,%20Motifs%20&%20Symbols.htmhttp://www.feltham.hounslow.sch.uk/ENGLISH%20Lord%20of%20the%20Flies%20- %20Themes,%20Motifs%20&%20Symbols.htm
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