What is the significance of the locomotive appearing when it does in this scene? (scene 10)

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Asked by Ales M #1152729 on 5/31/2021 12:24 AM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 5/31/2021 10:26 AM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 5/31/2021 10:26 AM

The locomotive, like Stanley, represents power and modernization.... it serves as a symbol of Stanley's power and Blanche's exposure.

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