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Symbolism

Symbolism. Symbolism. Symbolism . Symbolism. By Ellie Reinhard and Macy Jones. Symbolism. Symbolism . Definition. Using symbols by expressing the invisible or intangible by means of visible or sensuous representations(Merrium-Webster.com). In simpler terms….

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Symbolism

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  1. Symbolism Symbolism Symbolism Symbolism By Ellie Reinhard and Macy Jones Symbolism Symbolism

  2. Definition • Using symbols by expressing the invisible or intangible by means of visible or sensuous representations(Merrium-Webster.com)

  3. In simpler terms…. • Symbolism is using an object to symbolize or stand for something else. • For example, our flag symbolizes our country. Whenever you see the flag, you think of the USA. • Any other real life examples? 1. 2. 3.

  4. Symbolism is not… • Something you do • Something you wear • A Way you look • But…Symbolism is representing something. • A ballet shoe can not represent you because you dance. • But it can represent you if you dance your way through life.

  5. And… • Symbolism does not have to be relevant to what you are talking about. • An example of that would be in “O Captain, My Captain!”… • The author is talking about World War 2 but is using a captain of a ship to represent it. • Symbolism can also be linked to a metaphor, like in “O Captain, My Captain!”, but not all the time.

  6. Recap: • Symbolism stand for or represents something. • Symbolism can not be… • Something you do • Something you wear • Or a way you look • Symbolism does not have to be relevant to the subject. • Symbolism CAN be linked to a metaphor

  7. Examples What can a key symbolize? What can a sidewalk symbolize? What can a meadow symbolize? • Macy’s Example: • Ellie’s Example:

  8. Forest Gump http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ2SWXwoYwQ

  9. Blind Side • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iygIvnv_lxQ&feature=related • Start at 1:00

  10. Snow White . • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irTuCedD9Ms • Stop at 1:30

  11. Fly • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSgGk-boBKk • Stop at 1:53

  12. Finishing • Draw a symbol that represents you! • Remember: A symbol is something that stands for something else. • Your symbol cannot just be a girl or boy sign or brown hair because that is a physical characteristic. Try to make it deep. Underneath, write 1-2 sentences on why it represents you.

  13. Ok, if you answered a question you get a Hershey Kiss

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