Figurative Language-Allusions

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art, often used to make a comparison or to convey a deeper meaning.

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What does it mean if someone is called a 'Scrooge'?

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It means that the person is stingy or unwilling to share, referencing the character Ebenezer Scrooge from Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'.

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What does it mean if someone is compared to 'Einstein'?

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It means that the person is very intelligent, referencing the famous physicist Albert Einstein.

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What is the common allusion associated with 'Goofy'?

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To be silly or foolish, referencing the Disney character Goofy.

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What does 'Mickey Mouse Club' imply in a serious context?

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It implies that the situation is not taken seriously or is childish, referencing the children's television show.

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What does the allusion to 'Cinderella' often represent?

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It often represents hard work and bad treatment, as Cinderella faced many challenges before her success.

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What is the meaning of the phrase 'to be a Romeo'?

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It refers to someone who is a romantic or a lover, referencing the character Romeo from Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'.

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What does it mean if someone is described as having a 'Herculean' task?

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It means that the task is very difficult or requires great strength, referencing the mythological hero Hercules.

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What does the allusion 'Pandora's box' refer to?

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It refers to a source of great troubles or problems, originating from the Greek myth of Pandora.

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What does it mean if someone is called a 'Judas'?

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It means that the person is a traitor, referencing Judas Iscariot from the Bible.