I don't know what book that is but based purely off the excerpt, I assume that Edna is beginning to realize that she wants to be more independent and to isolate herself. She wants to make decisions for herself.
Hope that helped! Again I haven't even heard of that book so sorry if it's not 100%!
I'd say take both numbers to see if one is right or wrong or at least get help on it.
B It portrays the statue as both maternal and protective of immigrants, welcoming them into the U.S. and promising to provide for them.
The sonnet describes the torch in the hand of the Statue of Liberty as a glowing beacon presenting a "world-wide welcome". Calling the Statue of Liberty the "Mother of Exiles" shows a warm and welcoming America. It symbolizes the idea that America is a safe place for all who seek refuge and a better life. This image of her as a mother protecting the world's exiles is further developed in the sonnet when she says "Give me your tired..."
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