Distinguishing Between Illusion and Allusion

The video features a contest between two performers: Prescott, a master of illusion, and Wordsworth, a master of allusion. Initially, there is a misunderstanding about their skills, but it is resolved when Wordsworth explains the concept of allusion. The contest proceeds with Prescott performing illusions and Wordsworth responding with clever allusions, referencing literature and historical events. The video concludes with both performers showcasing their talents in a humorous and educational manner.

Who are the two masters of illusion introduced at the beginning of the contest?

• Prescott and Wordsworth

• Wordsworth and Noah

• Prescott and Frodo

• Prescott and Juliet

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

What does Wordsworth clarify about his expertise?

• He is a master of illusion.

• He is a master of allusion.

• He is a master of magic.

• He is a master of reality.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

What is the main difference between illusion and allusion as explained by Wordsworth?

• Illusion is a reference to literature, allusion is a magic trick.

• Illusion is a magic trick, allusion is a reference to something.

• Illusion is a historic event, allusion is a magic trick.

• Illusion and allusion are the same.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does Prescott propose to make the contest more interesting?

• Both perform allusions.

• Prescott performs illusions and Wordsworth responds with allusions.

• Wordsworth performs illusions and Prescott responds with allusions.

• Both perform illusions.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

What is Prescott's first illusion?

• Making a dove appear.

• Making the assistant disappear.

• Making a hippopotamus appear.

• Making a rabbit appear.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

To what does Wordsworth allude when Prescott makes the hippopotamus appear?

• Noah's Ark

• Harry Potter

• The Lord of the Rings

• Romeo and Juliet

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What literary work does Wordsworth reference when the assistant disappears?

• Harry Potter

• Romeo and Juliet

• The Lord of the Rings

• Noah's Ark

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4