Allegory Exploration

What is an allegory?

• An allegory is a type of food

• An allegory is a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.

• An allegory is a type of dance

• An allegory is a type of car

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Can you identify an extended metaphor in an allegory?

• No

• Maybe

• Sometimes

• Yes

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How does an allegory differ from a regular metaphor?

• An allegory is a direct comparison between two unrelated things, while a regular metaphor is an extended metaphor with characters and events.

• An allegory uses concrete language, while a regular metaphor uses abstract language.

• An allegory is a literary device used in poetry, while a regular metaphor is used in prose.

• An allegory is an extended metaphor with characters, events, and settings representing abstract ideas or moral qualities, while a regular metaphor is a direct comparison between two unrelated things.

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Why do authors use allegories in their writing?

• Authors use allegories in their writing to convey complex ideas or moral lessons in a more engaging and relatable way.

• Authors use allegories in their writing to confuse readers

• Authors use allegories in their writing to simplify complex ideas

• Authors use allegories in their writing to make the story less engaging

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In 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell, what does the character Napoleon symbolize?

• Adolf Hitler

• Winston Churchill

• Joseph Stalin

• Vladimir Lenin

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What lesson can be learned from the allegory of 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?

• Slow and steady wins the race.

• The hare should have taken a nap.

• The tortoise should have given up.

• Fast and reckless wins the race.

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Explain the allegorical meaning behind 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe' by C.S. Lewis.

• The story is about environmental conservation

• It symbolizes the importance of eating healthy

• The allegorical meaning behind 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe' by C.S. Lewis is that it represents the story of Jesus Christ and his sacrifice for humanity.

• The characters represent different types of furniture

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Did you enjoy learning about allegories? Why or why not?

• No

• Maybe

• I don't know

• Yes