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Which of the following is most important in the interpretation of an allusion?
-the attention of the reader
-communicating effectively
-understanding the reference
-the level of meaning*

Which connection must be made to interpret an allusion?
-a personal connection between the author and the referenced subject matter
-a personal connection between the reader and the author
-a connection between what the reader knows and what is referred to in the text
-a connection between what is implied and what is referred to in the text
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Can someone please help me with these!!!

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  1. 1. Disagree, but this should help.

    Definition of allusion. 1 : an implied or indirect reference especially in literature a poem that makes allusions to classical literature also : the use of such references. 2 : the act of making an indirect reference to something : the act of alluding to something.

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