Question

In English class, Terrance learned that in some works of literature, every element in the story has both a literal and a symbolic meaning. Which literary device did he learn about?

irony
hyperbole


understatement
allegory

Answer 1

 An allegory is picture, poem, or story is interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning. The meaning is usually political or moral.

Answer 2

I would say that Terrance learned about an Allegory. An allegory is picture, poem, or story is interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning. The meaning is usually political or moral.