Aim: How do examine the literary element – symbolism – and analyze the effect the use of symbolism has on the reader?

Do Now Describe something of significance to you.

Why is it important? What does it represent? How do you treat or maintain it?

What is literary technique or a literary device and why do authors use them in their works?  Any element or the entirety of elements a writer intentionally uses in the structure of their work.

Some common literary devices include:Theme, symbolism, characterization, irony, point of view.

Literary elements enhance the reader’s understanding of the story.

Review: What is characterization?• The creation of the image of imaginary

persons in drama, narrative poetry, the novel, and the short story. • Characterization generates plot and is

revealed by actions, speech, thoughts, physical appearance, and the other characters’ thoughts or words about him.

Major Characters:

By the end of chapter five, how has Golding used the behaviors and actions of each of the following individuals to tell you about their character.•Ralph•Jack•Piggy•Simon

What will knowledge of these characters help the author accomplish?

• Generate Plot

What is Symbolism

• symbol (sim-bol): a symbol is a word or object that stands for another word or object. The object or word can be seen with the eye or not visible. (animate or inanimate)• For example, a dove stands for peace. The

dove can be seen and peace cannot.• All language is symbolizing one thing or

another.

What are some common symbols in your life?

If something is a symbol, does that make it more important?

•Take 2 minutes to think about your answer and write down a response 3-5 sentences.

Why is symbolism significant in literature?

Think of stories you have read in the past. Where there any symbols in these novels? What were they?What did they represent?How did this effect your understanding of the story?Write down your response. You have 5 minutes.Answer:When you understand the symbol being used, you connect its meaning to the story you are reading and understand the story on a deeper level.

What are some important symbols in LOTF?1. Piggy's glasses, 2. the conch 3. the fire4. the shelters 5. the sand castles 6. the boys' physical appearances 7. the beastie8. the water9. the Lord of the Flies10. Simon