Question

what allegory is found in this excerpt from nathaniel hawthornes \dr. heideggers experiment\?
a. youth is eternal.
b. old age can be a curse.
c. age does not equal wisdom.
d. precious things should not be wasted.
e. wisdom comes with age and experience.

Explanation:

In "Dr. Heidegger's Experiment," the characters drink water from the Fountain of Youth and repeat the mistakes of their youth. This shows that despite being old (having age), they do not act wisely (age does not bring wisdom).

Answer:

C. Age does not equal wisdom.