Understanding Allusions

Understanding Allusions

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Evelyn Hayes

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the video lesson format described by Mrs. King?

To eliminate the need for textbooks

To replace all in-person classes

To provide a way to learn remotely and check understanding

To introduce new teachers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an allusion?

A type of metaphor

A fictional story

A direct quote from a famous person

A reference to another work or concept

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a type of allusion mentioned?

Classical

Scientific

Historical

Literary

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'my kryptonite' allude to?

A superhero's strength

A popular song

A weakness, referencing Superman

A type of rock

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of allusion is 'she should be wearing a glass slipper'?

Historical

Modern

Religious

Literary

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event is referenced by the phrase 'as if it was 18-49'?

The Civil War

The American Revolution

The California Gold Rush

The Industrial Revolution

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which TV show is referenced by the allusion to 'Bert and Ernie'?

The Simpsons

Sesame Street

Friends

The Brady Bunch

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