Question

Use the sentences to answer the question.
Shawn’s brother was like Google; he knew the answer to everything, no matter the subject. He could tell you which year your favorite team won the World Series, and he could list all the U.S. presidents in chronological order.
Which connection must readers make to understand this allusion?

• Readers must connect their understanding of Google to Shawn’s ability to do his homework.
• Readers must connect their knowledge of Google to Ben’s ability to answer questions.
• Readers must connect their understanding of sibling relationships to Shawn and Ben’s relationship.
• Readers must connect their knowledge of baseball to their knowledge of U.S. presidents.

Answer 1

Readers must connect their knowledge of Google to Ben’s ability to answer questions.