Unveiled: Examining Symbolism in "The Most Dangerous Game" (Part Three)

Examine the use of symbolism within the short story "The Most Dangerous Game" and explain how it contributes to the story’s meaning. In this interactive tutorial, you’ll also learn about the specific motif that occurs throughout the story and see how it adds another layer of meaning to the text.

This is Part Three of a three-part tutorial series. Be sure to complete Parts One and Two before starting this one.

Click HERE to launch Part One.

Click HERE to launch Part Two.
Resource ID#: 198620 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 9
Intended Audience: Students
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: English, English Language Arts, Language Arts, ELA, The Most Dangerous Game, Richard Connell, symbolism, motifs, figurative language, deeper meaning, hunting, hunter, hunted, short stories, mansion, Ship-Trap Island, red, symbols, Rainsford, General Zaroff, elearning, e-learning, interactive, tutorials, literature, fiction, short story
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials for Language Arts - Grades 6-12

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