Allusion and Symbolism

what is an allusion

a reference to something outside of the text

a symbol is best described as what

something that stands for something beyond itself

which of the following is a common biblical symbol

the lamb

in literature, why are allusions used

to add depth and meaning

what is the gold-headed arrow of Cupid symbolic of

requited love

what does the leaven-headed arrow of Cupid represent

unrequited love

the rooms in The Masque of The Red Death symbolizes what

the stages of life

what is the theme of “Cupid’s Arrows“

love should triumph over material gain

what literacy technique is used heavily in Sir Francis Drake

metaphor and allusion

in Outta My Way, Grandpa, the overall tone could be best described as what

humorous with a lesson

define allusion and give an example from scripture

a reference within a work to something else; usually historic or another artistic work; when the new testament refers back to the old testament

define symbolism and explain how color is used symbolically in the Masque of The Red Death

a person, place, thing, or idea within a narrative or poem that means something other than what it literally means; colors symbolize different emotions and concepts

what does the black room with red windows represent in Poe’s story

disease and death

why is the clock in The Masque of The Red Death significant

reminder of death

how does Kipling use the myth of Cupid in “Cupid’s Arrows“

to contrast romantic interests of Kitty

describe Kitty’s two suitors and what they each represent

Barr Saggot represents a rich and dull life

Coven represents is loved and poor life

What is Kipling’s view on British rule in India

he wishes they would acknowledge the new cultures

explain the allusion to Diana in “Cupid’s Arrows“

Goddess of Archery

Who was Paris in Greek mythology, and what is the allusion referring to

God of Beauty; led to the Trojan War

what does the lamb symbolize in Scripture

jesus, innocence, sacrifice

how does the poem Sir Francis Drake use wordplay and metaphor

dragon who brings treasure home

what is the dragon a metaphor for in Sir Francis Drake

drake

how does the poem allude to the biblical story of Elijah and Elisha

gifts and legacy can and will be carried on

what is didacticism, and how does it relate to Outta My Way Grandpa

literature intended to instruct or educate the reader; it conveys lessons on generational conflict and understanding.

explain the difference between inductive and deductive reasoning

Inductive reasoning involves drawing general conclusions from specific observations, while deductive reasoning starts with a general principle and applies it to specific cases.

how does Outta My Way, Grandpa use pop culture allusions to make a point

to prove it’s point

why do the revelers avoid the black room in Poe’s story

they are reminded of death

what does Prince Prospero’s journey through the rooms represent

the journey of life

how does the masquerade ball symbolize denial in The Masque of The Red Death

shows how people tired to escape reality