1. Symbolism—Pinterest Directions Objective: Students will identify five (5) images that represent important symbols in Romeo and Juliet and explain each symbol’s importance to a selected focus character from the play. Focus Character’s Name ________________________________ Directions: Step 1: Use these five (5) symbols from the play to focus your project. Symbol 1: Mask Symbol 2: Rose Symbol 3: Potion Symbol 4: Thumb Biting Symbol 5: Light Step 2: Find an image online to represent each of your symbols. Step 3: Insert your selected symbol images in the five provided ‘pin’ boxes on the Pinterest template. Step 4: In the comment section of each ‘pin’ box, write 2-3 sentences explaining the importance of the symbol to your selected focus character. Don’t forget to— Insert your focus character’s name in the top-right corner of the page. Title your Pinterest Board. Organize your pins neatly. Write your comments in complete sentences.

2. Search Board’s Title Character’s Name Move Pins Edit Board 5 Pins 2 Followers Comments Pin #1 Pin #2 Pin #3 Pin #4 Pin #5 … Comments Mask Rose Poisonous Potion Thumb Biting Light

3. Search Symbols in A Lesson Before Dying Grant Wiggins The fried chicken and food Miss Emma brings to Jefferson is a symbol of her love for him. It represents her idea of hospitality and the means to show someone she cares. Move Pins Edit Board 5 Pins 2 Followers The eclectic chair is a symbol of injustice in the novel. It represents the fear white racists instill in the black community through its threatening purpose. The school house represents Grant’s subconscious hope for making a difference in his community. He hopes his teaching encourages the adolescent members of the community to make something more of themselves. The notebook represents Jefferson’s release and reconnection with his humanity. It also foreshadows tolerance and acceptance between whites and blacks when Paul delivers the journal to Grant. The radio represents Grant’s first act as a dedicated mentor to Jefferson. Providing the radio for Jefferson not only brings strength to Jefferson, it also gives Grant the strength to continue to help Jefferson and recognize Jefferson as a complex human being. … Fried Chicken Electric Chair School House Notebook Radio

4. ObjectivePointsTeacher’s Comments Students will identify six (6) images that represent important symbols in Romeo and Juliet and will produce a neat, organized final product. 12 Student identified six (6) symbols in the play and provided six (6) comments to support the significance of each symbol. (1 Point per Element) 13 The final draft of the project is neat and well-organized. (Point Deductions at Teacher’s Discretion) ObjectivePointsTeacher’s Comments Students will explain each symbol’s importance to a selected focus character in Romeo and Juliet. 75 Excellent visual selections and explanation of the symbols’ connection to the novel. The visuals offer a clear, accurate representation of your symbols. An in-depth explanation is provided that not only explains why you chose your symbols, but how these symbols contribute to the plot as a whole. (¾ + Present) 60 Sufficient visual selections and explanation of the symbols’ connection to the novel. The visuals are an accurate representation of your symbols. An explanation is provided that explains why you chose some of your symbols. Some further development of explanations is required to thoroughly explain the symbols’ connection to the plot as a whole. (½ + Present) 40 Inadequate or non-existent visual and/or explanation. Visuals do not match the author’s descriptions of the symbols. Explanation lacks insight into why certain symbols were chosen or how they connect to the novel. Your visual and/or analysis focuses on shallow or obvious elements of the symbols’ significance. (¼ + Present) Symbolism Rubric—Pinterst & Instagram