An object or idea that has its own meaning and represents something else as well is called

• A. Foreshadowing
• B. Allusion
• C. Symbol
• D. Plot

Answer: (C)

An object or idea that has its own meaning and represents something else is called a symbol. In literature, a symbol isn’t just what you see on the surface; it carries a second, deeper meaning tied to themes, emotions, or moral ideas in the story. This lets writers convey complex messages with concrete images. For example, a storm can symbolize inner conflict, or a journey can represent personal growth.

Foreshadowing hints at future events, allusion is a brief reference to something outside the text, and plot is the sequence of events. Each serves a different purpose, whereas a symbol specifically stands for a deeper meaning beyond its literal presence.