symbolism Flashcards
quote in which Amanda warns Laura of what will become of her if she continues to be reserved.
AMANDA: “…little birdlike women without any nest — eating the crust of humility all their life!”
quote in which Tom describes the impact that the yearning for a gentleman caller has on his family.
TOM: “the image of the gentleman caller haunted our small apartment…”
quote in which Laura reassures Jim that she is not upset after he breaks her favourite glass figure.
LAURA: “The horn was removed to make him feel less-freakish”
quote in which Tom recounts his journey after moving out of the Wingfield apartment.
TOM: “The cities swept about me like dead leaves, leaves that were brightly coloured but torn away from the branches.”
quote in which Tom reflects back on Lauras glass collection.
TOM: “…like bits of a shattered rainbow.”
