1. Symbolism A symbol is something that represents something else

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

3. Religious Symbols

4. Mathematical Symbols

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

6. Color Symbolism

7. 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

8. What Do These Mean to You?

10. Poison - Danger

12. Love

14. Olympics

16. Men’s Room

18. Peace Sign

20. International “No”

21. 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: http://www.worsleyschool.net/socialarts/symbolism/page.html

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

24. survival, friendship, love

26. survival

28. rebellion

30. survival

31. Woods

32. survival

34. silent salute: respect, rebellion

35. Symbolism in “Through the Tunnel”