Earlier today, we heard the beginning of the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States: "We, the people." It's a very eloquent beginning. Use the passage from a speech by Representative Barbara Jordan to answer the question. Which phrase from the passage is an example of allusion? (1 point) "It's a very eloquent beginning." "But when the document was completed..." "We, the people." "I have finally been included..."

Answer 1

The phrase from the passage that is an example of allusion is "But when the document was completed..." This refers to the completion of the U.S. Constitution, which is a historical document that carries significant meaning and context, thus alluding to it.