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Symbolism in Bécquer's Rima LIII
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How does Bécquer’s use of ‘oscuras golondrinas’ as a symbol in ‘Volverán las oscuras golondrinas’ reflect the poem’s exploration of the cyclical nature of life and love?

A

The ‘oscuras golondrinas’ symbolize the darkness that envelops the poet’s soul after losing love.

B

The dark color of the swallows represents the poet’s pessimistic view of love’s impermanence.

C

The swallows’ annual return symbolizes the recurrence of natural cycles, contrasting with the irretrievability of lost love.

D

The swallows’ migration patterns mirror the fluctuating emotions in romantic relationships.

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