Part A How does the mulberry tree relate to the theme of
the passage?
The purple berries of the mulberry tree symbolize the
tragedy of the characters' forbidden love.
The white berries of the mulberry tree represent the
O innocence and purity of the characters' passionate
love.
The decision to meet under the mulberry tree
symbolizes the idea people act in mysterious ways
when they are in love
The location of the mulberry tree near the ancient
tomb represents the hand of fate in shaping the
course of love