Through the Tunnel In Through the Tunnel, what does the tunnel symbolize? Asked by bookragstutor 12 years ago 11/28/2012 8:47 AM Last updated by anonymous 12 years ago 1/26/2013 3:45 PM
The tunnel symbolizes a journey to adulthood for Jerry. Additionally, he feels pressured to do it now, or never, because he and his mother will be returning home soon and he might not ever have the chance again.