Symbolism
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Objective
I can identify symbols in stories and explain what they represent.
Part 1 of 3
Warm-up video
Unknown Channel · 5:00
We don't generate video — this one is by Unknown Channel on YouTube. The practice questions and exit ticket below were drafted by AI for this objective, and every question is editable in the teacher guide.
Part 2 of 3
Practice
14 questions
Define what a symbol is, according to the video.
Explain the difference between what a symbol literally is and what it represents. Use an example different from the video's fire example.
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“In a short story, a character carries a heavy suitcase throughout their journey. What could the suitcase symbolize? Explain your reasoning. A recurring image in a poem is a wilting flower. What might the wilting flower symbolize in this context? Explain your answer. ”
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