Question

which statement best identifies the meaning of this allusion? he was a hercules of a man, swinging a refrigerator onto his broad back and bearing it single - handedly into the house. ○ this man is big and strong. ○ this man is thick and jolly. ○ this man is reckless and foolish. ○ this man is a crabby person.

Explanation:

Hercules is a figure from classical mythology known for extraordinary strength. The allusion compares the man to Hercules, and the action of carrying a refrigerator single-handedly reinforces that he is large and powerful. The other options do not align with the core trait associated with Hercules.

Answer:

A. This man is big and strong.