Why would an author use an allusion ? a. to persuade the reader to agree with a specific point of view . b. to show how two seemingly contradictory things are alike. c. to the reader predict upcoming events in a story. d. to provide the reader with concrete details or information.

D. To provide the reader with concrete details or information.

Allusion is a technique where expressions that have an indirect or passing reference is used to provide more meaning. The ideas are called to mind without being explicit. Authors use allusions to prompt deeper understanding by relating ideas.

what is the purpose of the description in this passage from travels with charley?

to explain how he develops friendships with people

to show his fear of the man

to show that people in the bad lands are dangerous

to show the similarity between the man and the place

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