1. Symbolism in Battle Royal by Ralph Ellison
These distinct symbols include the blonde female dancer along with the American flag tattoo painted on her stomach, and the battle itself. ... The dancers tattoo suggests American freedom, something that the African American society wants. ... The dancer's American flag tattoo oh her stomach is also a key symbol. The placement of the tattoo on her body, illustrates the freedom the African American boys will have when equality prevails. ...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate