The "C. The symbol of commuters as birds illustrates how they come and go without ever experiencing the city" statement is the meaning of the symbol in the passage. The writer describes the commuter as a weird bird which inhabits the suburb as its home. However<span>, this bird never considers its home important to it.</span>
A is the best answer. I am very familiar with Poe's work and its the best choice to use to make it look like you understand the material.
sedate pace meaning they went calmly and took their time
I would say change whose to who's