Identifying Allegory in Literature

Medium Literary Devices Allegory

In literature, allegories can be used to communicate profound truths about human nature and society.

Which of the following options best exemplifies a work that employs allegory to critique social or political structures?

George Orwell's 'Animal Farm', where farm animals represent different classes and political figures.

J.K. Rowling's 'Harry Potter', which uses magic to explore themes of friendship and bravery.

F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby', focusing on the American dream through the lives of its characters.

Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', which is primarily a tragedy about revenge and internal conflict.

Mark Twain's 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', which addresses issues of race through the lens of adventure.

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