Symbolism in Literature: Recurring Motifs
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Grade 8
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Symbolism in Literature: Recurring Motifs
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Introduction to Recurring Motifs
Throughout literature, authors often use recurring motifs—images, symbols, or themes—to reinforce their messages and evoke emotional responses. For example, in many stories, a journey motif symbolizes personal growth or transformation. Recognizing these motifs can deepen understanding of a text's themes and symbolism.
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What is a recurring motif in literature, based on the passage?
[2 marks]2.
Give an example of a motif mentioned in the passage and its symbolic meaning.
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Symbols in a Text
In the novel, the river flowed endlessly, representing the constant flow of life and change. The protagonist stood at the bank, contemplating the vast, unpredictable waters that mirrored her inner turmoil.
1.
Identify one symbol in the passage and explain its possible meaning.
[2 marks]2.
What literary technique is highlighted by describing the river as 'endlessly flowing'?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Personification
Cc) Alliteration
Dd) Hyperbole
C
Creative Writing: Using Recurring Motifs
Write a short story (200-300 words) that incorporates at least two recurring motifs to develop its themes.
1.
Create a story that uses motifs to explore themes of hope and loss. Your story should include descriptive language and clearly showcase the motifs.
D
Identify and Explain the Motif
Every morning, she found a single feather on her windowsill. Over weeks, the feathers accumulated, each one reminding her of her grandmother’s stories about freedom and flight. The recurring feathers became a symbol of her grandmother’s teachings and the idea of liberation.
1.
What is the recurring motif in this passage?
[2 marks]2.
Explain what the feathers symbolize in the story.
[3 marks]E
Comparison of Motifs in Different Texts
Compare the use of the journey motif in two different excerpts provided below.
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Identify the common motif in both excerpts and discuss its significance.
[3 marks]2.
How do the contexts of the journeys differ in these excerpts?
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