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SYMBOLISM
A symbol is something that represents something else
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WHAT CAN BE A SYMBOL?
An object
Picture
Written word
Sound
Numerals
Language
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RELIGIOUS SYMBOLS
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SIGN AND SYMBOLS
Sign – one meaning
Symbol – many meanings
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MATHEMATICAL SYMBOLS OR SIGN?
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POLITICAL SYMBOLSMaple Leaf = All things Canadian
Red Bars = Pacific and Atlantic Ocean (surrounding Canada)
Red Bars also = English and French influences
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COLOR SYMBOLISM
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PERSONAL SYMBOLISM
Personal meaning Objects Places Dreams
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SYMBOLISM IN WRITING
Symbolism is used to provide meaning to the writing beyond what is actually being described Plot and action are one level in the story, symbolism is another level
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SYMBOLISM IN WRITING
The theme is represented on a physical level Example: A storm occurring when there is a conflict or high emotions Example: Transition from day to night might = move from goodness to evil
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EXAMPLES FROM LITERATURELord of the Flies
Ralph with his conch shell represents order and democracy, while Jack symbolizes savagery and anarchy. The island itself symbolizes the world in which we live, and the actions of the characters are symbolic of the way people conduct their lives
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EXAMPLES FROM LITERATUREHarry Potter
Could be seen as containing a lot of symbolism, although there are as many interpretations as there are creatures in the books. One clear symbol is a commonly used one—the use of the snake to represent evil. It is no coincidence that the symbol of Slytherin House is a serpent.
All information and examples from: http://www.worsleyschool.net/socialarts/symbolism/page.html
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SYMBOLISM IN “THE SCARLET IBIS”