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.

Question

Which connection must readers make to understand this allusion?

(1 point)
Responses

Readers must connect their understanding of Google to Shawn’s ability to do his homework.
Readers must connect their understanding of Google to Shawn’s ability to do his homework.

Readers must connect their knowledge of baseball to their knowledge of U.S. presidents.
Readers must connect their knowledge of baseball to their knowledge of U.S. presidents.

Readers must connect their understanding of sibling relationships to Shawn and Ben’s relationship.
Readers must connect their understanding of sibling relationships to Shawn and Ben’s relationship.

Readers must connect their knowledge of Google to Ben’s ability to answer questions.
Readers must connect their knowledge of Google to Ben’s ability to answer questions.
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Answer 1

The correct response is:

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

This connection is necessary because the comparison of Ben to Google highlights his vast knowledge and ability to provide information on a wide range of topics, just like a search engine.