Irony and Allusions 2025

What is the meaning of the following allusion: "She transformed into a modern-day Cinderella at the gala."

• She became a princess

• She had a magical transformation

• She attended a glamorous event

• She found her glass slipper

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CCSS.L.7.5A

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CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the irony in the statement "The fire station burned down" illustrate?

• Dramatic irony

• Situational irony

• Verbal irony

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CCSS.L.8.5A

"In a TV show, the CEO confidently assured the employees that their jobs were secure, but the viewers at home knew about the company's layoffs." What type of irony is being used?

• Dramatic irony

• Situational irony

• Verbal irony

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CCSS.L.8.5A

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

• An English teacher fails this Quizizz

• A coworker gets a pay raise

• Your boss gets fired

• A basketball team loses their first game

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CCSS.L.8.5A

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence: "His new job is a real Herculean task"?

• The task requires great strength and effort.

• The task is dangerous and life-threatening.

• The task involves solving a complex mystery.

• The task is related to Greek mythology.

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify the type of irony in the statement: "The hiker confidently chose a path through the forest unaware that the audience knew it led to a dangerous cliff."

• Dramatic irony

• Situational irony

• Verbal irony

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CCSS.L.8.5A

What is the meaning of the following allusion: "She has the touch of Mr. Crabs when it comes to investments"?

• She has the ability to turn things into gold.

• She is extremely lucky in financial matters.

• She has a special talent for making money.

• She possesses a magical touch.

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which type of irony is present in the statement: "Your terrible singing voice is music to my ears"?

• Dramatic irony

• Situational irony

• Verbal irony

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CCSS.L.8.5A

What is the purpose of allusion in literature?

• To entertain the readers and create suspense

• To engage the readers' imagination

• To show a deeper meaning to something through the use of a reference or comparison

• To present factual information in a concise manner

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence: "He is a real scrooge during family dinners."?

• He is a hopeless romantic

• He is quiet and shy

• He is cranky and unwelcoming

• He is lonely yet friendly

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4