What is the definition of allusions in literature?(1 point)

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expressions used for a descriptive effect that are not literally true but imply ideas indirectly
expressions used for a descriptive effect that are not literally true but imply ideas indirectly

the use of descriptive language that creates a vivid picture in the reader’s mind and may evoke an emotional response
the use of descriptive language that creates a vivid picture in the reader’s mind and may evoke an emotional response

the social and cultural environment of the setting of a text, particularly as it pertains to the beliefs, values, and practices of the people who live there
the social and cultural environment of the setting of a text, particularly as it pertains to the beliefs, values, and practices of the people who live there

implied references that call something to mind without naming it

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The correct definition of allusions in literature is: implied references that call something to mind without naming it.