1) Read the source of the allusion. In Greek mythology, a titan is a member of a family of giant-sized gods. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? Molly is a true titan on the basketball court. a) someone large and strong b) someone well liked and popular 2) Read the source of the allusion. In one of Aesop's fables, four animals go hunting, thinking they will split their prize equally. However, the lion—the strongest animal—takes more than the others. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? My sister takes the lion's share of the space in our closet. a) an equal amount b) the largest amount 3) Read the source of the allusion. In The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy finds herself in an unusual place that looks nothing like home. She says to her dog, "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore." What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? As a man fed his zebra nearby, Lisa said to Sandra, "We're not in Kansas anymore."  a) we're in an unusual place b) we're outside the United States 4) Read the source of the allusion. "In Greek mythology, Mount Olympus is the home of the twelve Greek gods. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? After the year he's had, Kenji has earned a spot on the Mount Olympus of baseball. a) a place of rest and healing b) a place of fame and honor 5) Read the source of the allusion. Benedict Arnold was an American officer who secretly helped the British during the American Revolution. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? Danny said he would help Wendy, but she knew he was a Benedict Arnold. a) a person who is unwise or foolish b) a person who is not faithful or loyal 6) Read the source of the allusion. In Greek mythology, Achilles is dipped in a river that protects his body wherever it touches. His heel doesn't get wet, so it's left unprotected. During the Trojan War, an arrow hits Achilles's heel and kills him. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? Chocolate cupcakes were Michelle's Achilles's heel when she was trying to eat more healthily. a) a reward b) a weakness 7) Read the source of the allusion. In the fairy tale, Cinderella is a poor young woman who is treated badly. However, she later marries a prince and becomes a loved and respected princess. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? Annie's rise from third string to star pitcher was a Cinderella story. a) a journey without troubles b) an amazing improvement 8) Read the source of the allusion.  In Greek mythology, a sphinx is a strange creature that guards a road. To pass, travelers must solve difficult riddles that very few can understand or answer. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? Dan sat in the corner like a sphinx, causing everyone to whisper and stare. a) a mysterious person b) a quiet person 9) Read the source of the allusion.  In the book Utopia, Sir Thomas More imagines a perfect country called "Utopia," where everybody lives in harmony.. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? This quiet patch of sandy white beach is my idea of utopia.  a) an exciting secret b) a wonderful place 10) Read the source of the allusion.  In the fable "Belling the Cat," mice discuss how to protect themselves from a cat. One mouse suggests putting a bell on it so they can hear it coming. However, nobody wants to take the job. What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? The firefighters had to decide who would bell the cat and enter the burning building first.  a) to do something very exciting and lively b) to do something very dangerous and risky

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