Question

read the source of the allusion.

in a biblical parable, the prodigal son irresponsibly spends the inheritance given to him by his father. when he returns home, he expects to be shamed, but his father forgives him.

what is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

oscar dropped out of college to travel the world, but a year later, the prodigal son returned home and re - enrolled.

options:

• a person who values novelty and adventure over other priorities
• a person who dedicates him - or herself to academics
• a person who behaves recklessly but later makes a repentant return

Explanation:

First, analyze the Biblical parable: the prodigal son irresponsibly spends his inheritance (reckless behavior) and then returns home, where his father forgives him (repentant return). Now, look at Oscar's actions: he dropped out of college to travel (reckless, as it's an irresponsible choice regarding his education) and then returned home to re - enroll (repentant return).

• The first option focuses on valuing novelty and adventure, but the parable and Oscar's story are more about reckless behavior followed by a return, not just valuing adventure.
• The second option is about dedicating to academics, but Oscar dropped out, so this doesn't fit.
• The third option, "a person who behaves recklessly but later makes a repentant return", matches both the parable of the prodigal son and Oscar's situation.

Answer:

a person who behaves recklessly but later makes a repentant return