Understanding Allusion: The Significance of Caesar

Medium Literary Devices Allusion

Read the following excerpt from a contemporary play:

"In the shadows of the city, he built his empire, thinking himself a Caesar among mere mortals."

This line references a historical figure. What is the primary purpose of the allusion to 'Caesar' in this context?

To emphasize the character's ambition and desire for power.

To suggest that the character's empire is built on treachery.

To illustrate the character’s weakness in leadership.

To imply that the character is destined for defeat.

To criticize the character's lack of historical knowledge.

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