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What does a sword often symbolize?
Power.
What does a mirror often symbolize?
Self-reflection.
What does a child often symbolize?
Hope.
What does the color red often symbolize?
Passion.
What does the color white often symbolize in Western cultures?
Innocence or purity.
What does a lion often symbolize?
Bravery.
What does a snake often symbolize?
Deceit.
What might a broken clock symbolize?
The disruption of order.
What might a character dressed in black symbolize?
Mourning or evil.
What does a dove flying away from a character symbolize?
Loss of peace.
What does the green light symbolize in *The Great Gatsby*?
Gatsby's dream, the unattainable past, hope, desire, and the illusion of the American Dream.
In *The Scarlet Letter*, what does the scarlet letter initially symbolize?
Shame and sin.
In *The Scarlet Letter*, what does the scarlet letter evolve to symbolize?
Strength and resilience.
Quote: “The scarlet letter was her passport into regions where other women dared not tread.” What does this imply?
The scarlet letter, initially a mark of shame, paradoxically grants Hester access to experiences and insights unavailable to other women in her society.
What is symbolism?
When an object, character, or event represents something else—an idea, concept, or emotion.
What is a symbol?
Something that goes beyond its literal meaning to express abstract concepts in a concrete way.
Define recurring symbol.
A symbol that appears repeatedly throughout a text, suggesting its importance.
Define significant symbol.
A symbol that is prominently featured by the author, often in the title or heavily described.
What is cultural context in symbolism?
The cultural background that influences the meaning of a symbol; meanings can vary across cultures.
What is historical context in symbolism?
The historical period that influences the meaning of a symbol; understanding the time period can reveal why certain symbols were used.
What is a subverted symbol?
When an author uses a traditionally positive symbol in a negative way, or vice versa.