Question

read the source of the allusion. sir john falstaff, a comical character in several of william shakespeares plays, is known for his cheerful sociability and sometimes off-color humor. what is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? jordans falstaffian nature makes him stand out at a party. excessively formal in speech or behavior; adept at telling stories, often with some embellishment; characterized by joviality and enjoyment of food and drink

Explanation:

The source says Sir John Falstaff is comical, sociable, and has off - color humor. "Falstaffian" should reflect these traits. The first option (excessively formal) is opposite. The second (story - telling with embellishment) isn't from the source. The third (joviality, enjoyment of food/drink) matches sociable, comical nature (joviality is part of cheerful sociability).

Answer:

characterized by joviality and enjoyment of food and drink