What theme does the motif of water support throughout "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge"?

The river seems to carry Farquhar away from the soldiers, but its current is strong and dangerous, and he must struggle against it. The water’s power mirrors the forces he cannot control, foreshadowing that he cannot escape his fate. So the best choice is that water represents a powerful force, not proof that he has truly survived.

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