Question

What is the allusion in this passage? What two ideas are connected in this allusion? Passage I'm hoping the budding Picasso in my drawing class goes after that art school scholarship. I know in my gut that he would succeed, and the world needs more artists like him. The only thing holding him back is his own self-doubt. You know what they say: Aim for the moon, and even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.​

Answer 1

Answer: The allusion is in the first sentence. “I’m hoping the budding Picasso in my drawing class goes after the art school scholarship.”

Step-by-step explanation:

In the passage, the author talks about a classmate who is passionate about art and a talented artist. As many know, Pablo Picasso was a famous and talented artist both during his time and after. The author alludes to, or hints at the fact that their classmate is a great artist because they mention that their classmate is similar to Picasso.