Read the following description of tom buchanan from the great gatsby.
not even the effeminate swank of his riding clothes could
hide the enormous power of that body-he seemed to fill
those glistening boots until he strained the top lacing, and
you could see a great pack of muscle shifting when his
shoulder moved under his thin coat. it was a body capable
of enormous leverage-a cruel body.
which statement best explains how symbolism is used in characterizing tom
buchanan?
a. he portrayed as being arrogant and condescending toward his inferiors.
b. he is shown as secure enough in his masculinity to wear feminine clothing.
c. he is described as being egotistical and cruel towards those weaker than he is.
d. he is shown to be a powerful man capable of abusing the power he has.

The correct answer is option D.

Explanation:

He is shown to be a powerful man capable of abusing the power he has.

Is a man characterized by being physically imposing and muscular.

It has a "cruel body" that shows an air of power and aggression.

He takes advantage of both his physical and mental hardness and uses that gross personality in conjunction with violence, to keep everything under control.

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