1. When a thing is more than just a thing
symbolism
When a thing is more than just a thing

2. What ideas and emotions does a rose bring to mind?

3. How about a handshake?

4. How about this?

5. One more…

6. Definition:
Symbol - something that has meaning on its own yet also stands for something else. Symbols are used to represent abstract ideas.

7. Two Types of Symbols
1. Universal Suggestion - a symbol that has meaning based on typical life experience.
2. Work-based Suggestion - a symbol that has meaning based on a particular work (book, movie, play, song).

9. Work based suggestions

10. How to say it…
When talking about a symbol, be sure to use the words “represents” or “symbolizes.”
“This object symbolizes…”
“The courthouse represents…”

11. Remember… ~ A symbol must be a physical object.
~ A symbol can’t be a person.