Question

Which statement best explains the meaning added by the allusion in this excerpt?
O Alluding to the ancient festival of Lupercal demonstrates that only commoners enjoy holidays.
O The allusion to Lupercal provides an association with wolves, which intensifies the sense that violence is Coming.
O This allusion compares Flavius and Marullus to Romulus and Remus.
O Lupercal alludes to an important patriotic festival, and celebrating Caesar's triumphant return at the same indicates his high position in Rome.​

Answer 1

Lupercal alludes to an important patriotic festival, and celebrating Caesar's triumphant return at the same indicates his high position in Rome.​ Thus, option "D" is correct.

What festival was the Lupercal?

This was a festival that was celebrated in the ancient city of Rome in order to purify the city.

The excerpt from which this question was lifted stated that the Marullus made reference to the Lupercal and this makes him afraid.

Flavius tries to tell him that there was no need for fear given that the festival was important.

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