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A reference to something political or popular is called an allusion. An allusion is designed to connect what your reading to something outside of the book to add a layer of depth to what you're reading.Ê

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Is a pocket reference book that is leather Bound called Gettysburg Speech by Abraham Lincoln published by Barse and Hopkins circa 1860s of any significant historical value?

Yes, such a book is of considerable historical value. The Gettysburg Speech by president Abraham Lincoln, in which he talked about the country's slain president, is considered by many historians and Lincoln himself to be monumental.


What's a reference to a historical figure called?

Allusion: a reference made to a famous person, place, or event. Allusions can refer to historical events, geographic locations, Bible verses, mythology, poems, stories, characters, music, movies, plays, or art. Allusions conjure up complex images, ideas, or emotions in just a few words or phrases. Readers must recognize references for them to be effective, so allusions should be familiar to the author's intended audience. Figuratively Speaking. The Learning Works: 2004


Why can the period from 1877 to 2010 be called important?

It has something to do with history.


Why Was It Called Valley Forge?

A forge is a place where a blacksmith makes things out of metal. There was a forge that was used as a point of reference to identify that particular valley.


What was the Japanese strategy called in which fighter pilots deliberately crashed their planes into enemy ships?

The suicide pilots were known as the kamikaze (Japanese for divine wind). Many of these pilots had no training in using bombs or torpedoes, as armaments and capable combat pilots were in short supply. It was comparatively easier to dive into ships with a plane having only one large explosive.

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What is reference to something historical or popular called?

A reference to something political or popular is called an allusion. An allusion is designed to connect what your reading to something outside of the book to add a layer of depth to what you're reading.Ê


What is a referenc to something historical or popular called?

An allusion


Some words are added to English because they refer to something historical or popular. What is this called?

. Exposition


What is this called when Some words are added to English because they refer to something historical or popular?

Allision- Apex <3


Using a reference to someone or something that is well known is called?

immortalizing


A place or object used for comparison to determine if something is in motion is called what?

A landmark - or reference point.


Is there something called Dictionary.com?

Yes, Dictionary.com is a website that provides definitions, synonyms, and other language reference tools. It is a popular resource for finding word meanings and usage examples.


What is the medical term meaning position above the point of reference?

The medical term for position above the point of reference is "superior."


A crease on something that is usually smooth?

A crease on something that is usually smooth is called a wrinkle. It is also known as a rhytide when used in reference to the skin.


What is something popular just for an small amount of time?

This is called a fad or a trend.


If there is a Rose of Cimarron where can you buy one?

== == There is a variety of rose called cimarron, but I do not know of any rose of cimarron. It might be a historical reference to a rose but in the floral industry there is not one.


WHAT IS A REFERENCE OF SYNONYMS AND ANTONYMS CALLED?

A reference of synonyms and antonyms is called a thesaurus.