"Hippies" were often seen carrying a flower or wearing them in their hair. Which response best describes what flowers symbolize for those who identified as a hippie? Select the correct answer. "Hippies" were often seen carrying a flower or wearing them in their hair. Which response best describes what flowers symbolize for those who identified as a hippie? A. Flowers were a reference to "participatory democracy." B. Flowers could be given away as a sign of affection. C. Flowers represented different social justice causes. D. Flowers referred to "flower power," or non-violence and passive resistance.