Write an essay that analyzes one work of literature that you have read from the perspective of a quotation. in your essay, interpret the quotation

what are the phrases to choose from?

the word that best matches the meaning of the expression "went to the big ocean" is died.

the goldfish died, which is why the father looks at the children mournfully. the "big ocean" is the father's way of saying fish heaven. he could have just said that the goldfish died, but this way, the children imagine the fish in a bigger, better place instead of just picturing a dead fish.

explanation:

harry says he would trade a gold mine for a glass of water.