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An allusion is a figure of speech that

A . Compares two dissimilar things

B . References works of literature

C . Suggests the opposite of its literal meaning

D . Relies on exaggeration

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B. References works of literature
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The answer is B. Allusions are used most commonly in order to reference other works of literature.
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