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Read Ann Beattie's short work, "Snow" (pages 219-220). Notice that Beattie says in this story, "Seconds and symbols are left to sum things up." What symbols do you see in this story? What do they sum up? For example, is the snow a symbol? What does it symbolize for you? What does the cover of the pool symbolize? Could the chipmunk be a symbol? For what?

In your postings, address how and why multiple or singular interpretations occur when different people read the same story

Describe the central idea of specific literary works.
Discuss the concepts of setting, character, and plot.
Discuss the concepts of point of view, symbolism, theme, and style.

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"Snow" written by Ann Bettie, is a story about the narrator, who remembers the most important time in her life in a country house with a lover. The narrator uses several images and symbols during the story for example the chipmunk, Queen Anne's lace, frozen ground, the yellow paint and the snow. Another thing to keep in mind is that during the winter is a symbol of hibernation. Even though this is the time of the year that everything looks dead to the narrator this is the most alive she has ever felt and is longing for that time once again.

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"Snow's" symbolism is expressed.

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First, Ann Beattie's short work, "Snow," utilizes symbols as an eminent role. For example, numerous symbols associated with life and death such as snow occur in this piece. Because snow is frozen, it seems to signify how the characters' lives or their love affair might be halted, frozen, still, or even dead. I also feel that the cover of the pool is symbolic. Please note how it signifies that something is covered or hidden. Perhaps life itself, reality, or even truth about the love itself between characters is subdued.

As you look at the chipmunk symbolism, you might note that since a chipmunk stores its food, you might see it as another subtle symbol, too. Please note how it might reflect a saving or keeping of something necessary or precious within the story. Maybe their love?

As you address how and why multiple or singular interpretations occur when different people read the same story, ...

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