An allegory is characterized by elements representing deeper ideas beyond the literal story, conveying rich hidden meanings.
One characteristic that makes a passage an allegory is that something in the story must represent a greater idea, rather than just exist as a literal element. This allows the story to convey deeper meanings beyond its surface narrative. Allegories use extended symbolism to communicate meanings beyond the literal events and characters, making them rich with hidden messages.
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