Question

1. which of the following steps does not provide a way to identify symbols within a work of literature? look for concrete objects in the text to see if they represent something deeper than their own literal meaning. look at events, people, or places that help to convey the theme. look for a description of symbols in the exposition. look closely at objects or places that are repeated or have lengthy descriptions or special emphasis.

Explanation:

Looking for concrete objects just to see if they represent something deeper is a surface - level approach. True symbol identification in literature involves more than just the presence of an object. Looking for descriptions of symbols, events/people/places that convey theme, and closely examining repeated or emphasized objects are better ways to identify symbols.

Answer:

Look for concrete objects in the text to see if they represent something deeper than their own literal meaning.