Answer:
The stones symbolize the boy's journey to his true self, giving him the strength to continue working toward his goal.
Explanation:
The stones are the way that he is reminded to continue on his journey to find himself. They answer 'Yes' and 'No' and are particular sign to the character to follow the signs and/or omens that are presented to him.
The poem's rhyme scheme should be AABB if the original version is written as
Instruments poised, chins high
Not a blink, nor a sigh
as every eye awaits her hand
to cue the members of the band.
While our parents were working, Mrs. Kent watched <u>us.</u>
they or we, wouldn't make sense when you read the sentence.
Hope this helps.
