Which term refers to references to people, places, or things from other artists' works?

• A. Tone
• B. Allusions
• C. Dramatic irony
• D. Idiom

Answer: (B)

Recognizing allusions—indirect references to people, places, or things from other works of art, literature, or culture—is what this item asks you to do. When a writer nods to a well-known work, the connection is often subtle, relying on the reader’s background knowledge to get the meaning without an explicit explanation. That’s exactly what an allusion is: a brief reference that adds depth by linking to something outside the current text.

The other terms describe different concepts, so they don’t fit this idea. Tone is the author's attitude toward the subject or audience. Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows something the characters do not. An idiom is a common expression whose meaning isn’t predictable from the literal words. Allusions specifically capture those references to other works, making it the best fit.