Allusions Quiz

During a literature class, Roxanne mentioned that a character in the book was like Hercules. What literary device is Roxanne using?

• A direct statement

• A reference to something

• A type of metaphor

• A form of exaggeration

Which of the following is an example of an allusion?

• The sky is blue.

• Omarie is as brave as a lion.

• Liyah opened Pandora's box.

• The car is fast.

When Paul uses an allusion in his essay, what does he assume?

• The reader will not understand

• The reader will 'get' the reference

• The reader needs an explanation

• The reader will be confused

In the sentence "Pizza is like kryptonite to Ricky," what is the allusion referring to?

• Pizza is delicious

• Pizza is his weakness

• Pizza is his favorite food

• Pizza is healthy

What is the allusion in the sentence "Charlie has turned out to be a real Romeo"?

• A famous actor

• A romantic person

• A brave warrior

• A wise man

What is the allusion in "Damani fits in here like a fish out of water"?

• Charlie is very comfortable

• Charlie is out of place

• Charlie is very smart

• Charlie is very popular

When Abigail saw Omarie at the party, she whispered to Liyah, "Who is that Adonis?" What does "Adonis" refer to?

• A strong person

• A handsome person

• A wise person

• A wealthy person

When Taniyah writes a story and includes a reference to a famous historical event, what is her purpose in using this allusion?

• To confuse the reader

• To provide detailed explanations

• To create a connection with the reader

• To make the text longer

Which of the following is NOT an allusion?

• Larone is a real Einstein.

• Jeremiah is as fast as a cheetah.

• This place is like a Garden of Eden.

• Larry met his Waterloo.

During a class discussion, Richard mentioned that his tendency to procrastinate was his "Achilles Heel". What does this allusion commonly refer to?

• A person's strength

• A person's weakness

• A person's intelligence

• A person's happiness