Question: I am preparing for the AP Exam, can someone help me with analyzing this selection? In the midst of poverty and want, Felix carried with pleasure to his sister the first little white flower that peeped out from beneath the snowy ground.  \n   Marry Shelley, Frankenstein\n\nWhat do you understand about Felix from the imagery of this sentence?\n\nHow would the effect be different if Felix arried his sister a big bouquet of spring flowers?

Answer: Felix is an optimist. The flower symbolizes rebirth, renewal, hope for the future. The 'little' flower means just a hint of hope. Now you're pulling for him. You're rooting for the little guy. A big bouquet would be hitting the reader over the head with imagery. And 'spring' flowers have already established rebirth. The 'little flower, peeping out, from snow' is the underdog making an effort to overcome adversity.
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