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Symbols
1. What is Symbolism?
Anything that stands for something other than its
literal meaning.
Example:
Literal meaning: organ in the body
Symbolic meaning: love, passion, romance
2. What is symbolism?
Symbolism is when the author uses an object
or reference to add deeper meaning to a story.
Symbolism is used to provide meaning to the
writing beyond what is actually being
described.
A symbol can enhance a theme, idea or a
character.
3. Symbolic Archetypes:
Light vs. Darkness
Light suggests hope, renewal, or
enlightenment
Darkness implies mystery, ignorance, or
despair
4. Seasons can do the same
thing…
What part of life would Spring represent?
What about Summer?
Fall?
And finally, Winter?
5. Harry Potter also has a lot of symbolism. One
clear symbol is that of a snake to represent
evil. It is no coincidence that they symbol of
Slytherin House is a serpent.
6. Harry Potter also has a lot of symbolism. One
clear symbol is that of a snake to represent
evil. It is no coincidence that they symbol of
Slytherin House is a serpent.