Lesson 01.03 Flashcards
What are the four steps in the formula for finding symbolism?
1.) read the entire text; 2.) list the objects that were repeatedly mentioned as being important to a character in the story; 3.) write a sentence or two for each object, explaining the character’s feeling towards it; 4.) read the sentence(s) and consider what the object could stand for by switching the idea with the name of the object.
Why is it important to read the entire story?
Because symbolism can’t be determined until you do so, as you need to see the big picture before you decide which objects are important to character.
What does a garden mean in universal symbolism?
Growth, life, new beginnings.
What does a forest mean in universal symbolism?
Mystery and the unknown.
What does a river mean in universal symbolism?
Reflection, life, or the passage of time.
What does a mountain mean in universal symbolism?
The highest peak or place to gain insight.
What does a tree mean in universal symbolism?
Life and knowledge.
What does a cave mean in universal symbolism?
Turning inward, a place where characters learn about about themselves.
What does an ocean mean in the universal symbolism?
Danger or something neverending.
What does light mean in universal symbolism?
Hope, knowledge.
What does dark mean in universal symbolism?
Despair, not knowing.
What does a circle mean in universal symbolism?
Completeness.
What does time mean in universal symbolism?
Knowledge.
What does water mean in universal symbolism?
Purification or cleaning.
What do eyes mean in universal symbolism?
They reflect a character’s personality.
