Analyzing and Interpreting Literature / Unit 7 AIL 0636 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Allusion
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The idea
An allusion is a brief reference to another text, person or event, relied on without explanation. The glossary gives it no headword. Allusions are common in the exam's Renaissance band, where classical and biblical reference was expected of readers, and the exam prints what you need.
In practice
A reference made without explanation.
Where people slip
The passage supplies what you need.
Your place on the trail
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