Literary Symbols
The American Dream is embodied by this item in The Great Gatsby.
What is the green light from Daisy’s dock?
Tony and Maria replace these titular lovers in West Side Story
Who are Romeo and Juliet?
This Harry Potter villain "shall not be named," but we're asking you to name them anyway
Who is Voldemort?
This series of mafia crime novels was adapted into three feature films, the first of the trilogy being regarded as one of the greatest films of all time.
What is The Godfather?
Campus cat finds fancy footwear.
What is “Puss in Boots”?
If you had to wear this symbol during the 1600s, you’d be filled with shame.
What is the letter A from The Scarlet Letter?
This witchy Shakespeare play is referenced in the hit Broadway musical Hamilton
What is Macbeth?
This evil Headmistress hates children—and cake—in Matilda
Who is Miss Agatha Trunchbull?
This stately piece by John Green—and his first novel—has been adapted into a tv-mini series. You will definitely want to bring a sweater when reading this book…
What is Looking For Alaska?
A manatee swims into Lake Osceola in hopes of experiencing the University of Miami as a student.
What is “The Little Mermaid”?
This symbol is often used to describe characters who’s innocence has been tainted or injured in this rural Alabama town.
What is a mocking bird from To Kill a Mockingbird?
Kat and Patrick go from enemies to lovers in 10 Things I Hate About You, a 2000s hit based on this Shakespeare play
What is The Taming of the Shrew?
This wintery President is one of Katniss's biggest enemies in The Hunger Games trilogy
Who is Coriolanus Snow?
This early 2000s cult classic is based on a 1990 fantasy picture book of the same name. The animal companions don’t speak in the book, however. I suppose they won’t be complaining of any smells.
What is Shrek?
During rush, an eager pledge kisses the campus iguanas in hopes of finding a date.
What is “The Frog Prince”?
When death comes ramping at your chamber door, this symbol isn’t flying far behind.
What is the raven from The Raven?
The FX crime drama Sons of Anarchy follows an outlaw motorcycle club and is based on this Shakespearean work
What is Hamlet?
His monster might seem like the villain of this spooky Shelley story, but this titular character is the true antagonist
Who is Victor Frankenstein?
A Harry Potter spell caster goes from being at the top of their class to starring in THIS 2012 indie film adapted from a novel of the same, lively name.
What is The Perks of Being Wallflower?
Sebastian believed himself to be unattractive compared to his nest mates in his youth before becoming the majestic Ibis he is today.
What is “The Ugly Duckling”?
It turns from a symbol for democracy to one of tyranny as quickly as a corpse fills with flies.
What is the conch shell from The Lord of the Flies?
Amanda Bynes and Channing Tatum star in She's The Man, an iconic 2000s rom-com based on this play
What is Twelfth Night?
This famous English Gothic villain has a medical side to him—he's a doctor by day!
Who is Mr. Hyde?
This twisted, coming of age novella was only four years old when its highly successful movie adaptation was released in 1967. Let’s hope that life after the diploma goes smoother for us…
What is The Graduate?
Lost on campus, first-years stumble across Pancakes with Pat, hoping to find food and the path back to their dorm.
What is “Hansel and Gretel”?