In general, what is the difference between a metaphor and a symbol?

Metaphors are more brief, while symbols are extended

What is the purpose of symbolism?

To add layers of meaning to a creative work

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It is any image or thing that stands for something else.

What is the relationship between a theme and motif?

Motifs explain why people act, whereas themes show why

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Theme,Motif,Symbol

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1. Choose the correct motif definition from the following statements:
A reoccurring element
An abstract idea that is developed in a work of literature.
The motivation that a character gives for doing something.
2
In Greek mythology, the Gods are all symbols for:
intelligence
sun
wealth
forces of nature
3
Which band uses symbolism throughout its lyrics?
ABBA
One Direction
Beatles
Led Zeppelin’s
4
What is a symbol for youth and all the pleasures in Robert Herrick’s poem To the Virgins?
rosebuds in its first stanza
a daisy
good fortune
infinite love
5
What is a theme?
primary conflict in a narrative
a main idea in a narrative
a question for readers
a motif
6
1. In The Raven, Edgar Allen Poe’s most famous poem, the huge black bird is a symbol….
narrator’s regret
narrator’s wife
narrator’s willingness
narrator’s happiness
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In general, what is the difference between a metaphor and a symbol?
Symbols are more brief, while metaphors are more extended
Metaphors are more brief, while symbols are extended
Symbols are literally true, metaphors are figuratively true
A symbol is a kind of metaphor
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You should not use symbolism…
In creative writing
In allegories
Unless it has religious or moral significance
In formal essays
9
In the Lord of the Rings movies and books, the One Ring is a symbol
For youth and all the pleasures
For power
For crown
For forces of nature
10
Which of the following is always a characteristic of motifs?
They are serious
They are comedic
They are recurring
None of the above
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What is the relationship between motif and theme?
themes emphasize motifs
motifs are a type of theme
themes are a type of motif
motifs emphasize themes
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What is the purpose of symbolism?
To add layers of meaning to a creative work
To demonstrate how well-read the author is
To help the author stay one step ahead of the reader
To ensure only educated readers will be able to understand
13
Motifs are images,ideas,sounds or words that help to explain the central idea of literary work
50/50
may be
of course false
I think it's true
14
Which of the following are themes?
fate
all of the above
the passing of time
marriage
15
Which of the following could be motifs?
both
complaining in conversation
usage of short sentences
16
Albert Einstein is the ultimate symbol….
of intelligence
of smile
of wisdom
of courage
17
did you like our presentation?
It was good;)
It was wonderful;)
You are the best!!!
PERFECT!
18
Which of the following is not a theme but a moral?
love endures
love is challenging
love
love thy neighbor
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What is a Symbol?
It is a story within a story.
is basically a reference to something else.
It is a symbolic image or idea that appears frequently
It is any image or thing that stands for something else.
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What is the relationship between a theme and motif?
Themes and motifs are the same, but motifs are smaller
A theme is a part of a motif
Motifs explain why people act, whereas themes show why
A motif is a something that emphasizes the theme

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