The answer is:
B. The name of the one was Obstinate and the name of the other Pliable. Now, by this time, the man was got a good distance from them; but, however, they were resolved to pursue him, which they did, and in a little time they overtook him.
An allegory is a story, poem or picture that has a hidden meaning, usually moral or political.
In the quote from "The Pilgrim's Progress," by John Bunyan, Christian is followed by Obstinate and Pliable. They intend to bring him back after he leaves his wife and children to save himself, who is overwhelmed by his sin and heads to the "Wicked Gate" for salvation. Finally, Obstinate and Pliable reach him, but he refuses to go back home.
Direct characterization is when the author tells the audience how is the personality of the character. Dr. Shlemiel is a complex character, showing many different qualities, revealing faults as well as virtues.
Indirect characterization is when the author shows things that reveal the personality of the character. Dr. Shlemiel develops some changes and learnings that reveal some truth about life. But in the end, it is up to the reader to draw logical conclusions about the character's personality.
The term literal meaning means that all words are in strict accordance with their original meanings. In other words, to apply the literal meaning is to take the words in their most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration.
this is normally used to make the reader understand everything ..without any use of indirect language .
well to make it clear to u ill try to give an example :
" Can you wait outside? "
In the literal meaning, this could be construed as:
Do you have the ability to wait outside?
Answer:
badly burnt
very small pieces
fell suddenly downwards
turning and twisting
hung
knocking together(teeth)
things people do
lift quickly
making a loud cry(in pain)
