Question

The strange, otherworldly incidents of Pilgrim's Progress are an allegory of the struggles that people may undergo in achieving religious faith.
How does the use of allegory help John Bunyan convey his message that faith is the key to salvation?

A.)In allegory, each symbol has a clear meaning, so allegory helps convince readers that Bunyan 's ideas are true.

B.)The use of concrete characters and events to stand for abstract concepts helps readers understand Bunyan's themes.

C.)By tracing Christian's allegorical path to the Celestial City, readers can track their own progress toward their goals.

D.)Because the allegory is also an adventure story, readers can enjoy it even if they don't share Bunyan 's religious beliefs.

Answer 1

B.)The use of concrete characters and events to stand for abstract concepts helps readers understand Bunyan's themes. 

Answer 2

The use of concrete characters and events to stand for abstract concepts helps readers understand Bunyan's themes.