Question

Which of the following symbols is critical to the theme of heritage in “Everyday Use?” 1)Wangero’s sunglasses. 2)The churn top. 3)Maggie’s burns. 4)The TV show.

Answer 1

Answer:

2). The churn top

Explanation:

Symbols are demonstrated as the commonly employed literary devices in which the author employs an object, idea, action, person, place, etc. as symbols that convey a deeper meaning. It allows the author to add depth and emotion in the work by attaching additional and implicit meaning to these symbols.

In the text 'Everyday Use', the 'butter churn top' is crucial to its theme as it reminds the narrator(Mama Johnson) of her family tradition of making butter by hand and having its top. This sense of belonging attached to the churn top helps in developing the theme of heritage and tradition in the text which is the most significant aspect that is being highlighted. Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.