Question

which statements describe characteristics of allegory? select three options.
it includes a conflict between characters and nature.
it comments on an abstract theory or historical event.
it involves a tough choice one character has to make.
it occurs throughout the entire length of a story.
it contains meanings of social or political significance.

Explanation:

1. An allegory is a narrative that has a hidden meaning, often commenting on abstract ideas or historical events (so "It comments on an abstract theory or historical event" is correct).
2. Allegorical meaning is sustained throughout the story (so "It occurs throughout the entire length of a story" is correct).
3. Allegories often have social or political significance in their hidden meanings (so "It contains meanings of social or political significance" is correct).

The other options: conflict between characters and nature is more about a specific type of conflict (not unique to allegory), and a tough choice by a character is a plot device, not a defining trait of allegory.

Answer:

B. It comments on an abstract theory or historical event.
D. It occurs throughout the entire length of a story.
E. It contains meanings of social or political significance.