The Underlying Symbolism in an Artist's Depiction of an Elderly

question 20

Multiple Choice

The underlying symbolism in an artist's depiction of an elderly man stooped over amongst leafless,snow-covered trees in the depths of winter is most likely which of the following? 

• A) ​The man is still in the prime of life. 
• B) ​The man is waiting for help. 
• C) ​It is the holiday season. 
• D) ​The man enjoys the snow. 
• E) ​The man is approaching death.

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Definitions:

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