
Understanding Allusions in Literature
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English
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9th - 10th Grade
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Hard
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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