Vocabulary
An item that has meaning in and of itself, but it is also understood to represent something else
What is a symbol?
Often symbolized by a white flag
What is surrender?
A reference to a weak spot in a hero from Greek mythology
What is Achilles' Heel?
Fire being a symbol of destruction
What is Universal Symbol?
A reference to a historical event or earlier existing works
What is an allusion?
Color most commonly associated with royalty
What is purple?
Implied when you call someone Einstein
What is genius/very smart?
The American Flag and Bald Eagle representing freedom
What is Cultural Symbol?
Drawn from history and customs (Ex: ideas from religious texts)
What are cultural symbols?
Something doves (a type of bird) represent
What is peace?
References Greek Mythology; a box of misfortunes and troubles
What is Pandora's Box?
Not widely recognized; has a natural relationship with the objects and ideas being symbolized
What is a contextual symbol?
Symbolized by a heart
What is love?
A reference to a stingy person from A Christmas Carol
What is Ebenezer Scrooge?
The Green Light in the Great Gatsby representing Gatsby's unattainable dream
What is Contextual Symbol?
Possesses an agreed upon meaning; often taken from nature
What is a universal symbol?
Most commonly associated with protection and defense
What is a shield?
Lovers that symbolized an intense love until death
What is Romeo and Juliet?
A cross symbolizing religion and faith
What is Cultural Symbol?