Lesson 8

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Today

Symbolism

Reading

Symbolism

When writes use animals, elements, things, places, or colours to represent other things.

In Western movies, who wears the white hat and who wears the black hat?

1. White - Hero, Black - Villain
2. White - Villain, Black - Hero

In this case, what do the colours black and white symbolise?

Symbol of young adult years

Symbol of old age

Symbol of new life

Symbol of middle age

What does night symbolise?

What does sunrise symbolise?

Symbol of strength and grouchiness

Symbol of peace and love

Symbol of war

Symbol of courage, bravery, and leadership

Symbolism in Literature

Harry Potter uses lots of symbolism. Think about the snake representing evil, the patronuses symbolising character traits of the Wizards. The mirror symbolises is growing self-awareness.

Symbolism 

Most symbols in literature connect to things you are familiar with in life. Being aware of symbols means you can spot them and make connections to the meanings. Thus, you can understand the story on a much deeper level.

Symbolism 

is when writers use animals, elements, things, places, or colours to represent other things. Watch for them when you read and try to use symbols when you write.

Homework

Read chapter 11-13.

Do the vocabulary and answer the questions.

Study the words of chapter 1 - 13.