The three forms of symbolism I chose from the story “Everyday Use” were the blankets or quilts made, Mama’s yard, and different views on African-American culture. The three forms of symbolism differ in many ways from how Dee and her mother understand them. The first form of symbolism, the blankets or quilts, are a representation of the bond between the women throughout the story and an attempt to pass on the culture that once was. The quilts contained clothing that had been worn by Dee’s ancestors, Dee appeared to have a difficult time understanding her heritage and the name she was given. The second form of symbolism, Mama’s yard, Dee and her mother understand it as two different things. Although the yard is mentioned very little throughout