the symbols used in the story are:
- house and shops- it symbolizes Aksionov's family and material possessions
- nightmare-it symbolizes a bad omen.
- blood-stained knife- it indicates Aksionov's lack of control over his fate.
- the prison- Aksionov's pain and subsequent mystical transformation are symbolized by the prison.
- the book(the lives of the saints)- gives an impression of religiosity.
One major difference between Americans and Japanese is their cultural norms and values. For example, Americans tend to value individualism and independence, while Japanese tend to prioritize group harmony and collectivism. This can be seen in various aspects of daily life, such as communication style, decision-making processes, and social interactions. Additionally, the two cultures have different customs and traditions, including food, clothing, and holidays.
1) That old man is Aksionov.
2) The speaker is asking about the truth of digging an escape hole .
3) The speaker means the prison's wall.
Materials show varying behaviors based on their Poisson's ratio. High Poisson's ratio materials (near 0.5) contract significantly sideways when stretched and expand when compressed, seen in substances like rubber. Low Poisson's ratio materials (near 0) undergo minimal width change during axial deformation, typical of metals and common engineering materials.

The Rh factor(the Rhesus factor or Rh antigen), is a protein that can be found on the surface of red blood cells. It is one of the most important blood group systems in human blood typing. The presence or absence of the Rh factor is denoted as either Rh-positive (+) or Rh-negative (-).
Fun fact: The Rh factor is named after the Rhesus monkey, in which the protein was first discovered.