Symbolism
The Veil
To some, it symbolizes modesty. To others, it symbolizes oppression.
Age Marjane is when the novel begins
10
a single drawing that makes up part of the comic strip and contains one segment of action
panel
the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
symbol
Marji's mom had to do what after her photo was in the paper?
dye her hair, wear sunglasses
The Bicycle
The revolution is like this to Marji. Without progression, it will fail.
What does Marji want to be when she grows up?
A prophet
the space in between panels that represents a change in time or location
gutter
comparing two unlike things not using like or as
metaphor
At the end of the novel, Marji has to...
leave her family
The Sheep
These symbolize those blindly obey and follow the Shah’s rules
Marji's beloved uncle
Anoosh
tells the reader the location, time, date, or gives voice to a narrator; it is usually a different color or a shape
caption
struggle with outside forces
external conflict
In a graphic novel, one must read in what direction?
left to right, top to bottom
The Water Cell
Marji tries to understand this persecution that her grandfather received
Who is the artist Marji listens to?
Kim Wilde
shows the character’s thoughts as opposed to words
Thought Balloon
struggle with oneself
internal conflict
What genre is Persepolis considered?
A graphic memoir
The Letter
his symbolizes the value of education and the difference between the classes.
Who does Marji accidentally slap?
The Principal
shows what is being said out loud
dialogue balloon
persuasive devices (3)
ethos, pathos, logos
yes