... a story that uses plenty of symbolic objects and symbolic personal attributes to the characters. Some examples of what Steinbeck uses in the story that have symbolic meaning to the story are the chrysanthemums, the wired fence surrounding Elisa's garden, and the gray fog that blankets the Salinas Valley. The author also repeats the word "strong" throughout the story in different forms, such as describing Elisa's facial features, her fingers as ... short story. This is why there are many occasions in the story that illustrate a women's level of expression of their emotions, that is prima...

• Word Count: 1566
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School