"Allusion' means:
Correct answer: B. A casual or indirect reference
- A. An idea haunting one's mind
- B. A casual or indirect reference
- C. Have a low frequency
- D. Do not affect a photographic plate
Explanation
Allusion is a figure of speech that involves making an indirect or passing reference to something else. Therefore, option B is correct. Options A, C, and D do not accurately define 'Allusion' and are incorrect choices for this question.
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