Question

In “Désirée’s Baby,” death and destruction are symbolized by _____.

Answer 1

Answer: the bonfire

Explanation: In the short story "Déssiré's baby" Déssiré is an adopted woman who marries Armand and they have a child. The baby's skin is darker than theirs this is why her husband accuses her of having black ancestors. She leave the house with their baby and he burns all her belongings, including an unknown letter that reveals that the one with black ancestors is Armand. The bonfire represents death and destruction.