Answer:
America symbolizes freedom and a new life.
Explanation:
I haven't read the Tears of Autumn, but typically in any story, migrating to America means the start of a new life for people. If you've ever heard of the phrase, "The American Dream", it means that people come here for the opportunities and jobs. Japan does not have as much freedom as America, therefore it represents a chance to start again with new opportunities and freedom.
Shakespeare is the answer
The teacher is 48 years old. You can tell that the key means that add the 2 and the 4 together to get the answer. For the 2, add 4,6,8,8 and go the 4 you have to add the 0,0,7,7,8 and then you get 26 and 22. Lastly, add them together and then you would get the answer ‘48’.
I don’t see an italicized word? But gazed could be looking intently and in admiration. Dazzled could be amazed or kind of charming. Exotic could be unique or special.