Does the baby represent anything?

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I have to read this for school. Does the baby represent something. Also why are Paul and Ellen not named till later in the story

Asked by Hayden M #1033809 on 7/15/2020 6:01 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 7/15/2020 6:57 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 7/15/2020 6:57 PM

I see no refernce to the baby that might be perceived as symbolism.

Because there are only three characters in the story, Paul and Ellen's names aren't pertinent to the story itself.... they could be anyone.

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