Symbolism #2

Symbolism #2

PowerPoint file called Symbolism.2 Literary Terms: Symbolism

modified from Skillmaster No. 9-A January 8, 1988

symbol

anything that stands for or represents something else

Soviet Hammer & Sickle

Uncle Sam



In literature, authors use symbols to give added emphasis to the meaning of their work.

For example, an author might use a blooming flower to symbolize rebirth.

Identify the symbol in the passage.

Marci had thought the cruel, killing winter

would never end. But as she walked toward

the barn, her face brightened. Through

the melting snow, a single flower rose in

triumph.

Symbol

flower symbolizes the end of

winter & the rebirth

of life

Identify the symbol in the passage.

As the child's body was

lowered into the grave, clouds

crossed before the sun, turning the world black.

Symbol

acnlsowuder symbolizes

sadness, end of life, or saying good-bye

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