Understanding Allusions in Literature

Understanding Allusions in Literature

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th 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 an allusion in literature?

A summary of a historical event

An implied or indirect reference to a person, event, or thing

A direct quote from another text

A detailed description of a character

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Greek mythological figure is known for shape-shifting?

Zeus

Hercules

Achilles

Proteus

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'fiddling while Rome burns' imply?

Ignoring a problem while it worsens

Building a city

Celebrating a victory

Playing music during a crisis

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of 'Pandora's box' in modern usage?

A source of endless problems

A box full of treasures

A simple solution

A gift from the gods

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'crossing the Rubicon' signify?

Making a reversible decision

Crossing a river

Making an irrevocable decision

Starting a journey

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which historical period is used as an allusion for a severe economic downturn?

The Renaissance

The Industrial Revolution

The Great Depression

The Cold War

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In mythology, who is Adonis?

A king

A warrior

A wise old man

A remarkably handsome youth

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