Question

What theme does the motif of water support throughout

"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge"?

A. The water represents deception, and supports the idea that Farquhar has tricked his captors.
B. The water represents life, and supports the idea that Farquhar has survived the hanging and will continue on.
C. The water represents a powerful force, and supports the idea that Farquhar cannot escape his fate.
D. The water represents purity, and supports the idea that Farquhar is deeply sorry for his actions.

Answer 1

Answer: C. The water represents a powerful force, and supports the idea that Farquhar cannot escape his fate.

Step-by-step explanation:

Whenever Farquhar falls into the water in his delusion he believes that he has now survived and has the chance to escape.

Answer 2

It’s C, the water represents a powerful force, and supports the idea that Farquhar cannot escape his fate.

Step-by-step explanation: