Question

What does the phrase ‘the coffins of black’ signify in the poem “The Chimney​

Answer 1

Explanation:

coffins of black refer that the chimney smoke will cause death to all the children working there

Answer 2

Answer:

Tom's dream is supposed to be a glimpse into the afterlife of the chimney sweepers; the coffins of black are a conventional symbol for death, and the black ties back to chimney soot. ... The poem itself has a symbolic meaning: The chimney sweepers symbolize life and its toils, while the soot symbolizes sin.

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