Question

Which term describes a brief reference in a text to a fictional or historical story, person, or event that readers will be familiar with? Allusion. Narrative. Connection. Background.
Answer
Use the paragraph to answer the question. Harper had always been a curious child, wanting to know how things operated and what made them run. While watching her father install new light fixtures, she marveled at the intricacies of how electricity worked. Harper's mother had warned her husband against answering every question as it would slow down the installation process. "You're opening Pandora's box," she said. Which of the following is the allusion? Pandora's box. Harper. Electricity. Light fixtures.
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What should a reader do if they do not recognize the reference made by an allusion? Recall the definition of allusion. Look up the word or phrase. Use context clues. Look for analogies.
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The term that describes a brief reference in a text to a fictional or historical story, person, or event that readers will be familiar with is **Allusion**.
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The allusion in the paragraph is **Pandora's box**. This phrase refers to a mythological story that symbolizes the idea of unintended consequences or the complexities that can arise from curiosity or inquiry.
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If a reader does not recognize the reference made by an allusion, they should **look up the word or phrase**. This will help them understand the context and significance of the allusion in the text. Additionally, using **context clues** can also aid in understanding the allusion's meaning within the passage.