Symbolism
in Literature
(What could a lock symbolize??)
Would the fact that it was locked or unlocked
change you answer?
What is a SYMBOL?
Symbol:
A person, place or object that
represents something greater
or beyond itself. A symbol
allows people to
communicate beyond the
limits of language
What do these symbols
represent?
Can the symbolic meaning of an
object change based on personal
significance?
Billionaire vs. Beggar
Choose a well known religious,
national, or cultural symbol.
Write a 5 sentence paragraph
analyzing its meaning. Include
the standard meaning, as well as
your personal interpretation of
the symbol.