Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Allegorical Figures in History

An allegorical figure is a character that personifies an abstract idea/trait.

Allegorical figures are commonly known for being found in historical art (paintings, sculptures, etc.) and stories. Find an allegorical figure from a fairy tale or piece of art work. Analyze and connect the abstract idea that the character represents to that of a character in Bless Me, Ultima.

Allegorical Figures in Movies

An allegorical figure is a character that personifies an abstract idea/trait.

Identify and analyze an allegorical figure in a recent/popular movie. Link the character from the movie to a character in Bless Me, Ultima. 

Allegorical Figures in Pop Culture

An allegorical figure is a character that personifies an abstract idea/trait.

Identify an allegorical figure in Bless Me, Ultima and what they represent. Connect this to pop culture and identify an issue that also relates.