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What role do symbols play in a text? For what purpose do you think a poet uses symbols?

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a poet uses symbols because he or she need to express them selves in a different way. 
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Symbolism is used when one thing is meant to represent something else. Symbolism helps create meaning and emotion in a story. Metaphors and allegory are elements that help writers create symbolism (Give Meaning)in their literary pieces.
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