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Hole/Trench/Grave

This object symbolizes the varied interpretations of events and meanings made by the narrator's family members. Paps believes that it will lead him to another place or life, while the brothers interpret it as being part of a more sinister plan. One brother associates it with death and another with warfare.

Big-Dick Truck

Paps purchase of this object represents his disregard or lack of awareness of his family's actual needs. It is a device that helps build Paps' ego and upsets Ma and her belief that Paps is not a responsible, reliable, or realistic husband or father.

Kites

At first, these playthings are created and used by the brothers as a way to get away from the chaos of their familial situation. However, later in the day, the eldest brother, Manny, has a dream where the kites are mixed together being both hopeful and wicked...

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