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Symbolism
Historical Setting
River of Angels by Alejandro Morales Simon worked as an apprentice in the family’s business for two years; then he decided to go west. He worked his way to the coal fields of Pennsylvania, where he labored for five years. The work was hard, but worse was the constant cough he developed from the fine coal dust, the cold and dampness from the pits and mines. Although at times he worked in constant darkness from morning until night, he always had his thoughts on the setting sun. Like the obelisks in Naples, the setting sun was a constant image that pursued him while awake and asleep. One afternoon after getting his pay, he went to his room in the bachelors’ quarters, packed a small duffel bag and followed the sun to the West Coast. Excerpt from "River of Angels" by Alejandro Morales is being reprinted with permission from the publisher (©Arte Público Press - University of Houston) Question Use the passage to answer the question. What does the author’s use of symbolism convey about the historical setting in this passage? (1 point) Responses The symbolism of coal conveys information about the terrible working conditions in Pennsylvania. The symbolism of coal conveys information about the terrible working conditions in Pennsylvania. The symbolism of the sun implies that Naples was a place of sorrow and obsolete traditions. The symbolism of the sun implies that Naples was a place of sorrow and obsolete traditions. The symbolism of coal shows the difficulties faced by immigrants trying to make a living in the United States. The symbolism of coal shows the difficulties faced by immigrants trying to make a living in the United States. The symbolism of the sun shows how the West Coast offered hope for a new and better life.
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The symbolism of the sun shows how the West Coast offered hope for a new and better life.
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