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Symbolism in literature is characterized by _____.

the use of an object to represent something more than its literal meaning.

an unexpected outcome or turn of events.

the main idea of a literary work, or message the author wants to express.

the use of allusion in reference to past events or historic figures.

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Symbolism in literature is characterized by the use of an object to represent something more than its literal meaning

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A: the use of an object to represent something more than its literal meaning.

Step-by-step explanation:

Symbolism is a literary device used by writers in their works where they can make use of an object or even a word, or action that symbolizes or represents an idea with deeper meaning thant the thing, word, or action used (although these can have some characteristics related to the meaning they convey. Sometimes can be difficult to understand symbolism.

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