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What was the defining characteristic of George's poetry?

  • Symbolist themes

  • Realist themes

  • Minimalist themes

  • Romantic themes

Answer

Symbolist themes were the defining characteristic of George's poetry. Symbolism is a literary movement that emphasizes the use of symbols to convey meaning. The symbols used in Symbolist poetry are often ambiguous and open to interpretation, and they can be used to create a mood or atmosphere, to explore complex emotions, or to make philosophical or spiritual statements.
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