Allusion, Symbolism & Central Idea

Question 1

References to specific creation stories and biblical texts such as the Bible are known as ____________________allusions.

Accepted Answer

religious

Question 2

Symbols can be objects, characters, colors, events or actions that have a figurative meaning in the context of a story.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

______________________ references come from books, poems, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and other arts.

Accepted Answer

literary

Question 4

A ______________________ allusion references pop culture including celebrities, athletes, movies, news, and music.

Accepted Answer

modern

Question 5

There are many common symbols in literature. Apples often symbolize hate.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

In the poem "Women" the "mined fields" and "booby-trapped ditches" symbolize progress for women's rights.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

In "The Hill We Climb" the author appeals to the listeners to unite for

Accepted Answer

social justice

Question 8

"They were women then/My mama’s generation." These lines from "Women" are a historical allusion to slavery.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

When a text refers to Greek or Roman mythology this is known as a ______________________ allusion.

Accepted Answer

classical

Question 10

_____________________ allusions hint at places, wars, and other significant events.

Accepted Answer

historical

Question 11

An _______________ is a reference to a significant person, event, time period, or work of literature/art in a writing.

Accepted Answer

allusion

Question 12

In "Women" desks and books are symbols of education and opportunity for women.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

Symbolism is a technique used in literature when some things are not to be taken ____________.

Accepted Answer

literally

Question 14

A ____________________ is what the text is mainly about and can usually be stated in a single sentence.

Accepted Answer

central idea

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