Classic to Modern English Literature

1) What does the tree symbolize in " Waiting for Godot "? Answer. Samuel Beckett's play " Waiting for Godot " is a multifaceted symbol. It is represented in the " Theatre of Absurd ". It can represent the passage of time and change, as it appears barren in Act 1 and has a few leaves in Act 2 of the play. Moreover, it may symbolize hope or the idea of potential salvation, as the characters consider using it to hang themselves but ultimately don't.  2) What does Godot represent? Answer. In the play,  Godot's identity and importance are deliberately ambiguous. He can be seen as a symbol of hope, a higher power, or the elusive meaning of life. The characters wait for him in vain, suggesting the futility of their search for purpose or salvation. 3) How is " Waiting for Godot " an example of Theatre of the Absurd ? Answer. Martin Esslin , a theater critic, and scholar, who has coined the term " Theatre of the Absurd " in his 19