Question

allegory
what is an allegory?
allegory - a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted with a hidden meaning

• typically portray a moral or political message
• fictional characters are used to convey real life lessons

the use of fiction in allegories makes them easier to understand and more suitable for different audiences to relate to.
some common allegory messages

• patience is a virtue.
• true love cant be broken.
• greed is destructive.

why are allegories fictional?
to make the reader laugh
because everyone likes fiction more than non - fiction
to allow the lessons to be relatable to wider audiences

Explanation:

The text states that the use of fiction in allegories makes them easier to understand and more suitable for different audiences to relate to. The first option is incorrect as allegories aim to convey lessons, not make readers laugh. The second option is incorrect as the text does not state that everyone likes fiction more than non - fiction. The third option matches the stated reason for allegories being fictional.

Answer:

C. to allow the lessons to be relatable to wider audiences (assuming the options are labeled A, B, C with A being "to make the reader laugh", B being "because everyone likes fiction more than non - fiction", and C being "to allow the lessons to be relatable to wider audiences")