Allusions

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4 questions
Identify what is being alluded to
6

Match the allusion to what is being alluded to.

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"She's a good swimmer, but she's no Ariel."
"We got a new Einstein in school today."
"He's a cool guy, but he becomes a lovesick Romeo every time he's around her."
"Why are you always such a Scrooge? It doesn't cost much, and it'll be fun!"
"My parents treat me like Cinderella"
"Chocolate cake is my Achilles heel."
Explain what is meant by each allusion, in your own words.
1

Look, I’m no Mother Teresa. I’ve made my mistakes, but I’m trying.

1

Some people are calling me the Tiger Woods of miniature golf.

1

Well, I’m no Hercules, but I could open that jelly jar for you.