The Doll's House

Two objects that might be considered symbols in this story are the doll's house and the little lamp. What value do these objects symbolize?

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The lamp is a symbol of connection and inclusivity.

But the lamp was perfect. It seemed to smile at Kezia, to say, “I live here.”

Tha doll's house is a symbol of the Burnell's social status.

Playtime came and Isabel was surrounded. The girls of her class nearly fought to put their arms round her, to walk away with her, to beam flatteringly, to be her special friend. She held quite a court under the hung pine trees...the only two who stayed outside the ring were the two who were always outside, the Kelveys. They knew better than to come anywhere near the Burnells.

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The Doll's House