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In the Catholic tradition, the Lamb represents Jesus. What does the image of the Lamb above the priest’s door symbolize?

The Lamb symbolizes the sheep raised by the Pueblo people.

The Lamb symbolizes the gentle nature of the priest in his interactions with the people.

The Lamb symbolizes the traditions of the Catholic Church in contrast to Pueblo traditions.

What do the bells from the king of Spain symbolize?

The bells symbolize the end of the old man’s life.

The bells symbolize the Spanish influence on Pueblo traditions.

The bells symbolize the Pueblo gods by reflecting sunlight.

The bells symbolize silence, which matches the tone of the scene.

What does the “faint red light from the west” symbolize?

the spirit of the old man in the red blanket

the end of the old man’s life, indicated by the setting sun

the comfort that Leon feels from the red wool blanket

What other red item or element might be connected to the red light in the west?

Answer:

blanket, red blanket, the red blanket

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