What does the 'old yew' symbolize in the context of the poem?

Resilience and renewal

Death and despair

Connection to the past

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A. Resilience and renewal

The 'old yew' symbolizes resilience and renewal, representing hope that contrasts with the refugees' stagnant and hopeless situation.

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