The Chrysanthemums – John Steinbeck

Essay Question: 6. We know that symbolism often contributes to key thematic points in a story and so can reveal broader meanings of the narrative. Examine a short story from the textbook with a strong central symbol. Explain how the symbol helps to communicate the story’s meaning or your interpretation of that meaning, citing specific moments in the text.

The essay should be based on the short story The Chrysanthemums by John Steinbeck. The essay should be in MLA format, has a good thesis statement and includes a direct quotation from the short story. No plagiarism.