Symbolism, Allusion, and Theme

• Use of an action, object or name to represent an idea or equality. Used by writer's to explain an idea or concept to their readers in a poetic manner without saying it outright.

  Symbolism
• Figurative device that imply meaning without explicitly stating it, but they do so differently. Subtle reference to another text, fact, or story. Often reference famous literary works or historical events.

  Allusion
• Universal idea, lesson, or message explored throughout a work of literature.

  Theme
• An object or event that represents a deeper idea.

  Symbolism
• A reference to a famous person, story, or event.

  Allusion
• The main message or life lesson in a story or poem.

  Theme
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "Love conquers all."

  Theme
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "Injustice if famous in this world."

  Theme
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "Power corrupts, so it should be limited."

  Theme
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "If you're good to other people, good things will happen to you."

  Theme
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "He had the strength of Hercules."

  Allusion
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "Her smile is like Mona Lisa's, mysterious and hard to decipher."

  Allusion
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "The man was a real Don Quixote, chasing impossible dreams."

  Allusion
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "Red symbolizes love."

  Symbolism
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "Water symbolizes purity or life."

  Symbolism
• Symbolism, Allusion, or Theme? "The stars twinkle, indicating hope and wonders."

  Symbolism