1. Symbolism in A Worn Path by Edora Welty
The animals that she is afraid of symbolize her first obstacle in her journey. ... This shows that even at the very beginning of a person's journey there will be things that will make a person fearful, but it is best just to keep on going and push those fears aside. ... She at first says that she was fooled by the bush thinking that it was "a pretty little green bush," when it actually is something that grabs a hold of her dress and almost tears it. ... When a person has to face something or cross over a tough spot in life, sometimes it is better if that person just closes their eyes ...
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- Grade Level: High School