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    achievements of his father and grandfather as a digger‚ but at the same time comparing the traditional occupation to his own way of “digging” as a writer. Heaney expresses a sense of isolation and resemblance he feels toward his family by using significant symbols throughout the poem. In the first stanza‚ Heaney introduces the readers to his pen‚ which he is content to hold as he finds a sense of belonging and comfort. The pen is described as a weapon‚ “snug as a gun” (2)‚ this gives the impression that the

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    attention about a huge world of litters‚ some writing ‚ mathematical problem by Rosetta stone ‚ by hieroglyphics which is the important and the basic description of ancient Egypt ‚it was discovered by Champollion in 1820s he list the first established symbols . Than More 2‚000 hoeroglhic characters used in ancient Egyptian writing. Each drawing response a common thing or represent sound of an object. ‘THE WORLD OF THE GOD” the hydrogels were called by Egyptians people.

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    This tale tells the story and relationship of two brothers and how they change during the story to end up in a tragic end. The plot of the story is shaped around a very clever symbol‚ The Scarlet Ibis. The Ibis surrounds the plot of the story and its actions are used as foreshadow and symbol to Doodle’s. The Scarlet Ibis in the story is linked with Doodle in a very clever way‚ which collaborates to the plot and mainly to the characterization in the short story. The Ibis has many similarities with

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    The Island Major Joe Ridge View High School English 1 Mrs. Walker December 17‚ 2012 There are many different symbols in the book Lord of the Flies. Some of the symbols represent peace and some represent war. Some of the characters themselves represent different symbols. The item of symbolism that stood out the most was the island itself. The island itself is an excellent item of symbolism because it uses the boys themselves to convey what it stands for thus almost making itself seem alive

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    Hooper’s dying words: everyone has a secret sin that is hidden from all others. The veil‚ he says‚ is but a symbol of the masks of deceit and sin that separate all individuals from truly facing themselves‚ their loved ones‚ and the divine spirit. All individuals wear such a mask‚ and Mr. Hooper’s veil has been only a symbolic reminder of a truth that most are

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    “Blessed are the peacemakers” and “Shame to him who evil thinks.” Choose one of these phrases and explain why a ruler might want it included in a coat of arms. A ruler may like to include “Blessed are the peacemakers” because it is a symbol of diplomacy. 7. Research one of the colors featured in the Coat of Arms. Based on what the color represents‚ explain why it would be used in a royal coat of arms. I researched the color blue; it represents loyalty‚ truth‚ faith‚ and strength

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    day is May 26. St. Philip went to heaven May 26‚ 1595 to be with God forever. St Philip is from Florence‚ Italy. He was recognized as a saint in the church’s eyes on March 12‚ 1622. St. Philip has three symbols‚ a Rosary‚ lily and a angel holding a book. But he is mostly known for the lily symbol which symbolizes humility and devotion. St. Philip Neri was one of the funniest saints because he always had very funny jokes. St. Philip Neri became a priest in 1551. St. Philip Neri is know to be the

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    limited by their society and are unable to choose their own rights and communicate with the world around them. The novel winged only describes the women so they can use their wings to protect themselves and shield so they can never fly. Another symbol for the book is the Sea. The sea symbolizes freedom and escape‚ the sea also serves as a reminder to Edna of the fact of awakening in a rebirth‚ and the strength‚ glory‚ and lonely horror of the women’s

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    Atticus who teaches them strong morals during their youth in Maycomb‚ Alabama. Lee sought to inspire people to exude more kindness to and not judge others. Throughout the novel‚ there were a few representations or symbols of the idea of showing compassion. One of these strong symbols are mockingbirds. In the novel‚ Atticus tells Jem an adage about how it is cruel to shoot mockingbirds because they sing for everyone and never bug them. Mockingbirds would be described as innocent and wholesome beings

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    1. What are some of the ways that bees serve as symbols in Lily’s life? Answer: Bees symbolize Lily’s mother in a number of instances throughout the novel. In Sylvan‚ Lily feels her mother’s presence when swarms of bees enter her room. Her mother’s name‚ Deborah‚ literally translates as "bee." She follows the path of her mother to Tiburon and finds herself on a honey farm. Bees model human society. Once Lily begins her beekeeper training with August‚ she quickly learns the ways in which a beehive

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