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How does the word haunted appear as a motif in John Updike's "The Brown Chest," and how does it contribute to the meaning of the story?
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The word haunted describes the boy’s ancestors. The word suggests their actions still affect him and influence his personality, even when he becomes an adult.
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The word haunted describes items of antiquity. As a boy and as an adult, the narrator peers anxiously at old, unused items that make him feel uneasy.
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The word haunted suggests that the boy is still haunted by memories of his childhood and his parents. The chest is a reminder of personal experiences he can’t ignore.
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The word haunted describes the house the boy lived in. Even after he and his family moved to a new home, the memories of his fear stay with him.
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