I think this key was a very defining moment for Oskar. It gives Oskar hope and a connection to his father after he died in the 9/11 attacks. Dealing with the loss of his father, was extremely hard for him to understand. With this key he begins to not only start to understand his father, but the world around him as well. For example, Oskar explains, "i would spend my Saturdays and Sundays finding all of the people named Black and learning what they knew about the key in the vase in Dad's closet" (Foer 51). The Expedition to find what this key fits, brings Oskar closer to his dad, even though he is not with him anymore. He believes that his dad set this up for him and that he is obligated and determined to find out answers. It also allows Oskar to stop thinking about his father death, and instead try find the clues and see if he can talk to all the Blacks in New York City.
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