Question

Why would an author use an allusion ?

A. To persuade the reader to agree with a specific point of view .
B. To show how two seemingly contradictory things are alike.
C. To help the reader predict upcoming events in a story.
D. To provide the reader with concrete details or information.

Answer 1

Answer:D

D. To provide the reader with concrete details or information.

Answer 2

D. To provide the reader with concrete details or information.

Allusion is a technique where expressions that have an indirect or passing reference is used to provide more meaning. The ideas are called to mind without being explicit. Authors use allusions to prompt deeper understanding by relating ideas.