My Antonia

How could the scene where Jim kills a snake be interpreted symbolically?

this answer can be found in book 2 of My Antonia

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Biblical imagery pervades this novel. THe snake of course could represent the snake in the Garden of Eden. Rather than falling for the poison the snake bring, Jim kills it and their relationship stays innocent for the time being.

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