In literature, what is a symbol?

something that serves a different function in the story than what is expected

something that functions in a story the way you expect but also stands for something more than itself

a musical instrument

an object that does not actually represent what it is supposed to be

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Mattie Blankenship

10 April, 10:30

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Jesus Blevins · Answer 1

I would have to say the first one, as a literal symbol is an object that represents an idea that is significantly deeper.

In literature, what is a symbol?something that serves a different function in the story than what is expectedsomething that functions in a story the way you expect but also stands for something more than itselfa musical instrumentan object that does not actually represent what it is supposed to be