Question

which sentence contains an allusion? a. im as angry as a badger that i didnt win the drama contest. b. jamal is walking around school like hes elvis or something. c. the angry river swooped around the bend to deceive us. d. dr. martinez is by far the greatest principal who ever lived.

Explanation:

An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, work, or event.

• Option A is a simile comparing anger to a badger.
• Option B references Elvis Presley, a globally famous cultural figure, which is an allusion.
• Option C uses personification to give the river human traits.
• Option D is a hyperbolic statement of praise.

Answer:

B. Jamal is walking around school like he's Elvis or something.