Exploring Allusions in Literature

What is an illusion in literature?

• A form of dialogue

• A direct statement

• A reference to another work

• A type of metaphor

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Which of the following is an example of a literary illusion?

• A reference to George Washington

• A reference to Noah's Ark

• A reference to Pinocchio

• A reference to Baby Yoda

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What does a historical illusion refer to?

• A fictional event

• A mythological character

• A significant historical event or person

• A modern-day celebrity

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Which of the following is an example of a religious illusion?

• A reference to the American Revolution

• A reference to Noah's Ark

• A reference to the Odyssey

• A reference to Baby Yoda

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What is a classical illusion?

• A reference to modern pop culture

• A reference to religious texts

• A reference to historical events

• A reference to mythology

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Which of the following is an example of a modern illusion?

• A reference to the American Revolution

• A reference to Cerberus

• A reference to Pinocchio

• A reference to Baby Yoda

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What kind of illusion is being made when referencing a popular fairy tale?

• Religious

• Classical

• Historical

• Literary

What kind of illusion is being made when referencing a real historical event?

• Literary

• Religious

• Classical

• Historical

What kind of illusion is being made when referencing a mythological character?

• Literary

• Historical

• Classical

• Religious

What kind of illusion is being made when referencing a modern-day celebrity?

• Modern

• Historical

• Literary

• Religious