1. Symbolism notes
A symbol is something that represents something else, either by association or by resemblance.
It can be a material object or a written sign used to represent something invisible.

2. Symbolism notes What do the following symbols represent?
Answer in your notes.

3. What did you come up with?
The American Flag–
on a literal level, it is just a flag, a piece of cloth. However, it also stands for this particular county, for freedom, etc.
What about the others?

4. Symbolism notes
Think of another familiar symbol. Sketch it, and tell what it symbolizes. OR, think of a symbol that represents you. Sketch it, and explain why it symbolizes you.

5. Symbolism notes
In writing, symbolism is the use of a word, a phrase, or a description, which represents a deeper meaning than the words themselves.
This kind of extension of meaning can transform the written word into a very powerful instrument.