A Trivia Quiz On Allegory Usage!

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    Which of the following is one of the importance of allegory?

    • It adds different layers of meanings to writers' works.
    • It makes a piece of writing more beautiful.
    • It adds more to a story.
    • None of the above.
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Allegory is a figure of speech in which abstract ideas and principles are describes in terms of characters, figures, and events. It can be employed in prose and poetry to tell a story with a purpose of teaching or explaining an idea or a principle. The objective of its use is ti teach some kind of a moral lesson.
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  • 2. 
    Which of the following also means an allegory? - ProProfs

    Which of the following also means an allegory?

    • A group of metaphor

    • A symbolic story

    • A represented symbol

    • A history

    Correct Answer
    A. A symbolic story
    Explanation
    An allegory is a form of storytelling where the characters, events, or settings represent abstract ideas or moral qualities. It is a symbolic story that conveys a deeper meaning or message. Therefore, the answer "A symbolic story" is correct as it accurately describes an allegory.

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  • 3. 
    Which of the following describes allegory? - ProProfs

    Which of the following describes allegory?

    • A story that can be used to represent characters and events about human life in a historical situation.

    • A figure of speech that is used to represent human beings in a story.

    • A figure of speech that makes characters known in a story.

    • A group of metaphor.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. A story that can be used to represent characters and events about human life in a historical situation.
    Explanation
    Allegory is a form of storytelling that uses characters and events to represent abstract ideas and moral concepts. It often involves a hidden or symbolic meaning behind the literal story. This answer accurately describes allegory as a story that can be used to represent characters and events about human life in a historical situation. It highlights the connection between the narrative and its deeper meaning, making it the correct choice.

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  • 4. 
    What type of allegory is John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress? - ProProfs

    What type of allegory is John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress?

    • Spiritual

    • Political

    • Historical

    • Geographical

    Correct Answer
    A. Spiritual
    Explanation
    John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress is a spiritual allegory because it uses fictional characters and events to convey deeper spiritual truths and lessons. The story follows the journey of a character named Christian as he travels from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City, representing the Christian's journey through life and their pursuit of salvation. The characters and events in the story symbolize various aspects of the Christian faith and the challenges faced by believers. Overall, the allegory serves to teach and inspire readers in their own spiritual journeys.

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  • 5. 
    What's the name of the city he left in search of where God resides in the Pilgrim's Progress? - ProProfs

    What's the name of the city he left in search of where God resides in the Pilgrim's Progress?

    • City of Destruction

    • City of peace

    • City of vengeance

    • City of light

    Correct Answer
    A. City of Destruction
    Explanation
    In the book "Pilgrim's Progress," the protagonist leaves the City of Destruction in search of where God resides. The name "City of Destruction" suggests a place of chaos and ruin, symbolizing the sinful and corrupt world. The protagonist's departure from this city represents his desire to escape from a life of sin and embark on a spiritual journey towards salvation.

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  • 6. 
    Which character did he find that helped him on his way to Celestial City in the Pilgrim's Progress? - ProProfs

    Which character did he find that helped him on his way to Celestial City in the Pilgrim's Progress?

    • Freedom

    • Purity

    • Faithful

    • Beauty

    Correct Answer
    A. Faithful
    Explanation
    In the book "Pilgrim's Progress," the protagonist encounters various characters on his journey to Celestial City. Among these characters, Faithful is the one who helps him along the way. Faithful is a fellow traveler who becomes a faithful companion to the protagonist, offering guidance, support, and encouragement. He embodies the virtue of faith and serves as a source of inspiration for the protagonist, helping him overcome obstacles and stay true to his path towards the Celestial City.

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  • 7. 
    What is the moral that can be learnt from the story? - ProProfs

    What is the moral that can be learnt from the story?

    • Hell is not real

    • Heaven is an illusion

    • Road to Heaven is not easy

    • Spirituality makes us who we are  

    Correct Answer
    A. Road to Heaven is not easy
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that the moral of the story is that the path to reaching Heaven is challenging and difficult. This implies that it requires effort, perseverance, and possibly sacrifices to attain spiritual enlightenment or salvation. The story likely portrays the idea that one cannot expect an easy journey towards spiritual fulfillment, but rather, it demands dedication and determination to overcome obstacles along the way.

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  • 8. 
    What do you think is thw biggest difference between allegory and other literary devices?  - ProProfs

    What do you think is thw biggest difference between allegory and other literary devices? 

    • Allegory is not a figure of speech

    • Allegory is symbolism

    • Allegory uses all figures of speech

    • Allegory has to do with the entire story or poem

    Correct Answer
    A. Allegory has to do with the entire story or poem
    Explanation
    Allegory is a literary device that involves using characters, events, or elements of a story to represent abstract ideas or moral qualities. Unlike other literary devices, such as simile or metaphor, which are used to enhance specific parts of a text, allegory encompasses the entire story or poem. It serves as a framework for the narrative, with each element contributing to the overall symbolic meaning. This makes allegory unique and distinct from other literary devices that may only be used in specific instances or sections of a text.

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  • 9. 
    What's the name of the ordinary sinner used as the main character in the story? - ProProfs

    What's the name of the ordinary sinner used as the main character in the story?

    • Traveller

    • Christian

    • Sojourner

    • Christ

    Correct Answer
    A. Christian
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Christian. In the story, the main character is an ordinary sinner named Christian.

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  • 10. 
    Which of the following is not among the characters that tried to discourage Christian from achieving his aims in John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress? - ProProfs

    Which of the following is not among the characters that tried to discourage Christian from achieving his aims in John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress?

    • Apollyon

    • Hypocrisy 

    • Treasury

    • Obstinate

    Correct Answer
    A. Treasury
    Explanation
    In John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress, the character Treasury does not try to discourage Christian from achieving his aims. The other characters mentioned, such as Apollyon, Hypocrisy, and Obstinate, all play a role in trying to hinder Christian's progress. However, there is no character named Treasury in the story that attempts to discourage him.

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