symbolism in real life
What is the bald eagle a symbol of?
America and its patriotism
In Dr Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the Grinch steals all of the Who’s materialistic items. What represents the true spirit of Christmas and when is it shown in the book?
The true spirit of Christmas can be found in their togetherness when they sing.
In “Pocahontas,” what type of figurative language is being used through the character of Grandmother Willow (the willow tree)?
Personification
What is a simile? Create an example with it being used in a sentence.
A comparison of two things usually using the phrases like or as
(Ex. The paper was as light as a feather.)
Which one of these is NOT an example of figurative language?: allegory, allusion, archetype, alliteration
Archetype
What does a four-leaf clover represent?
Luck or good fortune
What does the song, “Walking on Sunshine” mean by walking on sunshine?
That the person is so happy and bright that they might as well be walking on sunshine.
In “Frozen,” how are Elsa’s gloves an example of a symbol and what does it symbolize?
Elsa’s gloves symbolize her attempt to conceal her true identity. This is why she takes them off and throws them away during “Let it Go.”
What is personification?
When non-human things, such as animals, objects, or ideas, are given human qualities, actions, or emotions
What is symbolism/ a symbol?
a symbol represents or stands for something beyond its literal meaning
What does a dove represent?
Peace
In Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” Romeo says “But soft, what light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun.” What type of figurative language is being used in this sentence?
A metaphor
In the Disney movie “UP,” what represents Carl’s (the old man’s) hopes and dreams?
The balloons attached to his house
What is alliteration? Give an example.
the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words
Can a symbol have two completely different meanings in the same story? Why?
Yes: because of the context in which they are placed under
What is a butterfly a symbol for?
Rebirth or transformation
The song “Love is an Open Door” from “Frozen” is a metaphor itself. What does it mean?
That love is a gateway to new possibilities with a person and unlocks new levels of joy in life (will accept any good, well-explained answer)
In the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy, what item symbolizes greed, desire, temptation, and addiction?
The One Ring
“The pencil on the table was miles away.” What type of figurative language is being used in this sentence?
A hyperbole
What are the four types of symbolism?
Traditional, invented, archetypal, and allegorical
What do chains symbolize?
They can represent togetherness and strength, but can also symbolize restriction and oppression.
In George Orwell’s “Animal Farm,” what figurative language is being used through the animals? What is an example?
Personification. Examples: talk, and discuss ideas with each other, have humanlike emotions, and manipulate each other and the rest of the animals just like a dictator would
In “The Lorax,” what is a possible interpretation of the symbolism that can be seen through the Lorax and the Once-ler?
The Lorax represents environmentalism, embodying the importance of nature and the consequences of industry and greed (the Once-ler).
What type of figurative language is being represented in this sentence?: “The restaurant's food was awfully good.”
An oxymoron
How does characterization add to the plot?
By leaving space for a character to grow throughout the story, to give the reader the opportunity to connect with the characters, and by generating conflict through the character’s personalities