Throughout the story, Ellison throws several examples of symbolism in order to help add to the significance of its events. ... Possibly one of the mot symbolic things in this short story is the woman dancing before the battle actually starts. ... The belittling of a race can be carried out by anyone, anywhere, no matter whom you are or where you are. ... He thought that they were all there to listen to his speech and finally give him the respect he sought but they were actually there for the battle royal before his speech. ... All in all, Ellison used symbolism in this short story as an adhes...

• Word Count: 874
• Approx Pages: 3

In Langston Hughes, "Theme For English B," I intend to argue that the character throughout the poem is trying to find identity and purpose, and this is done through symbolism, imagery, and diction. ... This simply creates the image of a man going through a routine and daily life picturing the signposts in the streets as he does everyday but this time he is challenged with a new task, although on the exterior as most things are it is simple. ... The page is meant to symbolize the world they live on and their stories are still being written, together. ... "I guess being colored d...

• Word Count: 1440
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School