ELAGSE7L5a Allusions

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What is an allusion?

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A reference to a well-known person, place, thing, or idea of significance.

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What does the allusion 'ambrosia' imply in literature?

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A heavenly delicacy.

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What does the allusion 'Big Brother' refer to?

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A threatening power that monitors all aspects of people's lives.

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What does it mean when someone says 'Cupid struck me with his arrow'?

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They are expressing that they fell in love.

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What does the allusion 'She's not Ariel' suggest about someone's swimming ability?

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She is an okay swimmer.

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What is the significance of using allusions in writing?

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They enrich the text by connecting it to broader cultural or historical contexts.

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How can allusions enhance a reader's understanding of a text?

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They provide deeper meaning and context by referencing familiar concepts.

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What is the effect of the allusion to 'ambrosia' in a dessert description?

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It elevates the dessert's status, suggesting it is divine or exceptional.

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What does the phrase 'Big Brother is watching' imply in modern contexts?

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It suggests surveillance and loss of privacy.

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How does the allusion to Cupid relate to emotions?

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It symbolizes love and attraction.