Question

Charlie sat on the curb with his backpack, wondering what he would do now. His job as a store clerk in the quiet town was the only life he had known. He had always felt he was meant for something more, but now he couldn't find the courage to move. The map was of no use; with so many different roads, it was impossible to tell which way he should go.
What object in the paragraph best symbolizes confusion?

a. curb
b. backpack
c .town
d. map

Answer 1

D. 
 I believe it is D because he is looking at the map and is confused on where to go, he finds it impossible to tell which way he should go. 

Answer 2

Answer: D. Map

Explanation: The character has a map that is useful to him because there are so many roads in it that it becomes confusing. Since maps are used for orientation, a useless map becomes a symbol for disorientation.