Title: Allusion Activity – AP Literature

The Fall – Satan

Satan rebels against God because of his pride and desire for power. He is cast out of Heaven and becomes associated with evil and temptation.

The Fall – Man

Adam and Eve disobey God by eating the forbidden fruit from the Tree of Knowledge. Because of their disobedience, they are removed from the Garden of Eden and sin enters humanity.

Beelzebub

Beelzebub is a name associated with Satan and is often described as a powerful demon. The name can also mean “lord of the flies.”

Jephthah

Jephthah was a warrior and judge of Israel who made a promise to God before battle. He promised to sacrifice the first thing he saw if he returned home victorious, which tragically turned out to be his daughter.

Guy Fawkes

Guy Fawkes was part of a group that planned to blow up the English Parliament in 1605. The plan failed, and Fawkes was arrested and executed.

Hyperion

Hyperion was one of the Titans in Greek mythology and was associated with heavenly light and observation. He was the father of Helios, the god associated with the sun.

Satyr

A satyr is a creature with a human upper body and goat-like features. Satyrs are associated with nature, music, celebration, and wild behavior.

Achilles

Achilles was one of the greatest Greek warriors in the Trojan War. He was nearly invincible, but his heel was his one vulnerable spot, which led to his death.

Aeneas

Aeneas was a Trojan hero who escaped the destruction of Troy and traveled to Italy. He became an important ancestor of the Roman people.

Dido

Dido was the queen of Carthage who fell deeply in love with Aeneas. When Aeneas left her to continue his journey, Dido was heartbroken and took her own life.

Niobe

Niobe was a woman who proudly bragged about having more children than the goddess Leto. The gods punished her by killing her children, leaving Niobe grieving.

Hecuba

Hecuba was the queen of Troy and the wife of King Priam. She was the mother of several important Trojan figures, including Hector and Paris.

Priam

Priam was the king of Troy during the Trojan War. He was the father of Hector and Paris and was eventually killed when Troy was destroyed.

The Fates

The Fates were three Greek goddesses who controlled the destiny and lifespan of people. They determined when a person's life would begin, continue, and end.

Prometheus

Prometheus was a Titan who stole fire from the gods and gave it to humans. Zeus punished him by having him chained to a rock where an eagle repeatedly ate his liver.

Jove/Jupiter

Jupiter, also called Jove, was the king of the Roman gods. He was associated with the sky, thunder, and lightning and was the Roman equivalent of Zeus.

Mercury

Mercury was the messenger of the Roman gods and was known for his speed. He was also associated with travelers, merchants, and communication.

Mars

Mars was the Roman god of war and was one of the most important Roman gods. He was also considered a protector of Rome.

Dante's Inferno

Inferno follows Dante as he travels through the nine circles of Hell. Each circle contains different punishments for different types of sinners.

Albatross – Rime of the Ancient Mariner

In the poem, a sailor kills an albatross, which was seen as a good omen. Afterward, the sailor and his crew suffer terrible consequences, making the albatross a symbol of guilt and burden.

The Apocalypse – Book of Revelation

The Book of Revelation describes visions of the end of the world, including destruction, judgment, and a battle between good and evil. It ends with God's ultimate victory and the creation of a new heaven and earth.

Story of Creation – Book of Genesis

Genesis describes how God creates the world, including light, land, animals, and humans. It also tells the story of Adam and Eve and their life in the Garden of Eden.