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Author
LitOn
Subject
Literature
Difficulty
7th Grade
I would like to make a worksheet for symbols in the book titled 'The Giver". NO BLANK SECTION, PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED SOURCE FILE The following is a summary of a document named a80aae5f-cf3a-4121-9c79-a1be651c4b07%2Fuser_uploads%2Fc5LQocX5krkYgLEefp5OT?alt=media&token=76cf8d52-02da-4f7a-87b3-7ccd37a97efc: The document discusses key symbols in Lois Lowry's novel, "The Giver," and how they represent significant ideas related to Jonas's journey and the themes of the community. 1. **The Ap...
This resource delves into the symbolic meanings of 'cooties' and the 'red plastic bullhorn' in the book <em>No Talking</em>. The term 'cooties' illustrates the social divide between boys and girls, highlighting their childish perceptions of each other as 'gross' or undesirable. It signifies a lack of understanding and respect, which fades as the characters learn to accept and appreciate one another. Meanwhile, the red plastic bullhorn serves as a symbol of authority and control, representing Mrs. Hiatt's power as the principal. While the bullhorn is intended to command silence, the no-talking contest reveals the limitations of loud authority, demonstrating that true power does not always come from being loud or forceful.