Write an essay of at least 300 words describing the main theme in "Hills Like White Elephants." Explain how the author uses symbolism as an essential tool in developing this theme. Justify your interpretation of the literature by using details from the text to support your central idea. Remember that your purpose is to inform or enlighten your reader.

Kafka originally referred to gregor's parents as “the mother” and “the father”. however, the translator refers to them as “his mother” and “his father”. why might the translator use “his” instead of “the”? a. the word “his” makes the story smoother to read in english. b. the word “his” allows gregor’s parents to become more central characters. c. the word “his” makes gregor’s parents sound less loving. d. the word “his” creates a more negative tone.