Flowers Weeds Symbolism

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What details about the flowers, weeds, and the oriole nest in the opening paragraph symbolize death?
A: The flowers, weeds, and the oriole nest symbolizes death because they are lifeless and peaceful.
In what ways does the caul symbolizes life and hope?
A: The caul symbolizes life and hope because cauls are supposed to be made for Jesus’ nightgown and a lot of people believed and had hope in Jesus.
Which details in this paragraph symbolize life and beauty?
A:Nature symbolizes life and beauty because flowers from the story are beautiful and bring happiness to Doodle and his brother.
How is pride like a seed that bears two vines?
A: Pride is a seed that bears two vines because there is always two sides to someone’s pride. Pride is both a wonderful

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