In the novel My Antonia by Willa Cather, the symbolism illustrates strength of spirit. First, the symbolism represents the strength or spirit that one finds within oneself. Second, the symbolism illustrates the strength that one draws from others. ... Jim says, "they were big and warm and full or light, like the sun shining on brown pools in the wood." ... The pioneers came to a new country to find that things are incredibly difficult; they used the land not only for food, but also as a strong hold from which they were able to draw strength to carry on in the rough times. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Both author's effectively use symbolism, characterization and personification to challenge their readers perceptions of truth, self-knowledge, and identity. ... I know how things can be for women. ... We all go through the same things but it's all just a different kind of the same thing." ... The acceptance and learning who they really are, shows their acceptance in moving on which goes for society as well. When society identifies the truth within their self only then is it easier to carry on with life....

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• Grade Level: High School

They tell him that Jack plans to send the entire tribe after him the next day. ... Similarly, the children are so shocked by the officer's presence, and are now psychologically so far removed from his world, that they do not instantly celebrate his arrival. Rather, they stand before him baffled and bewildered. ... They choose Ralph as their leader, and Ralph appoints another boy, Jack, to be in charge of the boys who will hunt food for the entire group. ... When they return, Ralph declares that they must light a signal fire to attract the attention of passing ships. ...

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• Approx Pages: 45
• Grade Level: High School