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At the end of “The-Tell Tale Heart,” the old man has been murdered, dismembered, and placed into the floorboards of the apartment; yet, the sound of the old man’s heartbeat continues to grow louder. What does the heartbeat symbolize?

What does the story’s setting in “Hills Like White Elephants” — the train station — symbolize?

The moment when the grandmother reaches out to The Misfit and calls him “a good man” represents:

In “The Yellow Wallpaper,” how does the narrative style—as a series of journal entries—affect the reader’s understanding of the narrator’s mental state?

 In “The Lottery,” the townspeople’s blind acceptance of the ritual is a reflection of:

What is the theme of “The Minister’s Black Veil”? 

In “A&P,” Sammy’s decision to quit his job at the store is best driven by his perception of _____.

The character of Lengel plays a key role in Sammy’s decision. What does Lengel symbolize in the story?

The Misfit’s philosophy about life and punishment can be best described as _____.

How many calories in two containers of this food?