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What happened to the black radishes Madame Robert gave to Gustave?

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Final answer:

In 'The Birthmark' by Nathaniel Hawthorne, the black radishes given to Georgiana by Madame Robert turn black when she touches them. This symbolizes the negative consequences of trying to tamper with nature.

Explanation:

In the story, 'The Birthmark' by Nathaniel Hawthorne, Georgiana touches a black radish given to her by Madame Robert and the entire plant turns black. This symbolizes the power of Georgiana's touch and foreshadows the negative consequences of trying to tamper with nature. The black radish represents imperfection and the dangers of trying to achieve a perfect ideal.