The author uses a variety of literary devices to convey the main idea of the text, which is that the protagonist, a young girl named Molly, is not as innocent as she appears to be. The author uses imagery to create vivid pictures in the reader’s mind, helping the reader to understand Molly’s experiences. The author uses symbolism to add deeper meaning to the text. The author uses dialogue to reveal the characters’ thoughts and feelings. What is the primary way that the writer uses symbolism in the text?
In this passage, symbolism is primarily used to
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Symbolism is used to add deeper meaning to the text by representing abstract ideas with concrete objects or images. For example, the author might use a bird to symbolize freedom or a flower to symbolize beauty.
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