Question

Suppose an author's intent is to explain a dream he once had. What best explains why the author might choose the genre of allegory to convey the dream?

A. To ensure full creative freedom to express the dream abstractly
B. To express his or her feelings in a way that will not bring repercussions
C. To give the dream symbolic power that helps it engage an audience
D. To provide a frame story that establishes the dream's narrator

Answer 1

C. To give the dream symbolic power that helps it engage an audience.

Answer 2

Answer: C. To give the dream symbolic power that helps it engage an audience.

An allegory is a metaphor used to deliver a broad message about the world or about real-life issues. It depends on symbols and imagery to convey a political, moral or spiritual message. If an author explains a dream by using allegory, his message will become more relevant for the audience because of its symbolic power. This will ensure that the audience remains engaged in the story.