While various symbols are connected to grass in this poem, the overall meaning of grass in this poem is that is is used as a metaphor for life. The poem begins referring to grass as God-given, and as a child. The middle of the poem references grass growing, and being a part of all people's lives. The poem then discussed graying hair, and ultimately uses grass as a symbol for death. It follows each stage of life, and shows that grass is universal, and a part of all people's lives, just as life and death are universal.
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The three values I believe Americans hold are the most popular ones stated in our constitution, "life, liberty, and property/pursuit of happiness"
So you will be allowed to cover a broader range of material and be more creative with the way you choose to present information.
