Unit I Flashcard I

Widely acceptable by society/culture; Have been inherited or passed down over time; Often appear in art and literature.

Something representing something else.

Propriety in manners and conduct; proper manners.

Obedience; bowing down; bending the head or body in reverence or submission.

False.

Symbols convey deeper meanings and themes beyond their literal sense.

Yes, symbols can evolve and take on new meanings based on cultural or contextual shifts.

The dove symbolizes peace.

Authors use symbols to represent ideas, emotions, or concepts, enhancing the reader's understanding.

A symbol represents something abstract, while a sign indicates a specific meaning or instruction.