Traditional fairy tales often rely on symbolic objects, actions, settings, or characters. How is “The Thing in the Forest” like a fairy tale in this respect? How is it different? Are there figures of speech in this story that you would argue are not symbolic?
Is the “Loathly Worm” (par. 44) supernatural, imaginary, or real? Notice the description of its appearances. Can you identify different kinds of literal or physical traits that people see in it? Can you identify three or more concepts, feelings, or historical conditions that it might represent? Is it personified? Does it resemble other monsters in literature, art, or media?
Are “Penny” and “Primrose” allegorical names? (You can find information on allegory on pages 148-49, also in the “Elements of Fiction” packet in the G drive.) How do the differences between the characters add to the symbolic meaning of the Thing? How do their different actions in the story help reveal their meanings? For more information on Traditional Fairy Tales read this https://www.storyberries.com/category/fairy-tales/famous-fairy-tales/
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