A symbol is something that means more than what it is; it has a different, abstract meaning apart from its literal significance. ... One of these symbols is the fur collar she wears. ... Another symbol which plays an important part in Miss Brill's characterization is that of performing. ... In the last part of the quote, Paul's mother sees what her son has been doing with the rocking horse, but her greed for money causes her to stand there in her "dress of pale green and crystal". ... These authors put in these symbols to further explain the nature of their characters. ...

• Word Count: 855
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The other boys are the only symbol of sanity on the island. ... The theme shows the greed that has been put into all humans. ... They cannot let greed control their every action and thought so that it corrupts them into acting on an evil purpose. ...

• Word Count: 882
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

Another symbol that reoccured throughout the story was the big slanting R. ... The presence of greed in the story heightened the tension at the end of the story. The main conflict was started when Rebecca married Maxim out of greed. ... Favell's greed pushes the investigation toward the truth and as each clue is found, the tension builds. ... She uses the writing techniques of symbolism and foreshadowing to build up suspense throughout the story, and elements of insecurity, deception and greed to transform the story into a mystery. ...

• Word Count: 1831
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

The entire play is basically a parable about greed, age, love and lots of other important topics. ... Patrick uses each character as a symbol of people in our society. ... As a result of greed, Ethel's step-children do anything, including making fools of themselves, in order to gain control over the family fortunes; a perfect example of many members of our society who choose put their own lusts for riches over their reputation and family. ...

• Word Count: 1387
• Approx Pages: 6

The reader could have been told more briefly of the disgust, greed, and conceit found in Las Vegas, rather than have to read offensive and descriptive language. ... This was a symbol of their lives; empty and rotting away. ...

• Word Count: 1165
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School