Question

Which sentence from the passage is an example of an allusion?

A) "His decision to rebuild the cities of Carthage and Corinth provided a place for people to live."
B) "In the story, she faced a dilemma akin to that of a modern-day Juliet."
C) "The author's vivid descriptions painted a clear picture of the setting."
D) "The protagonist's courage was reminiscent of historical legends."

Answer 1

Option B, which references a 'modern-day Juliet,' is the correct example of an allusion, as it indirectly refers to Shakespeare's character to enhance the context of the dilemma.

Step-by-step explanation:

The example of an allusion in the passage is found in option B) "In the story, she faced a dilemma akin to that of a modern-day Juliet." An allusion is an indirect reference to another work or well-known figure or event, and in this case, the reference is to Juliet from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. This reference does not explicitly mention Shakespeare or the play, but draws on the audience's knowledge of the character and her romantic entanglements to make a point about the dilemma faced by the character in the story. Therefore, option B is the correct answer as it alludes to a well-known literary character to enrich the meaning of the passage.