A character in a novel has been through terrible times, mistreated by her family, falsely accused of crime, and imprisoned for decades. She finally gets free, and as she leaves prison to start life on her own terms, the sun begins to shine down on her. Based on what you know about symbolism, what might the sunshine represent?
a A new start for the character
b A sign that the character should go back inside
c A potential warning for the character
d A sign that the character should move back with her family