Question

What does the 'tower' symbolize in 'A Prayer for My Daughter'?

• A. A prison
• B. A place of learning
• C. A protected world, retreat from upheaval
• D. A monument to ambition

Answer 1

Answer:

C. A protected world, retreat from upheaval

In 'A Prayer for My Daughter,' the speaker wishes that his daughter will live in a protected world, metaphorically represented as a 'tower.' This suggests a retreat from political upheaval and societal decay, favoring stability and tradition, and providing a safe and secure environment for her to thrive.