1.** Enhance persuasiveness * *: Allusions are usually regarded as authoritative sources, because the stories or events cited by them have historical, cultural or folk backgrounds, which can enhance the persuasiveness of articles.

2.** Arouse interest * *: Allusions usually contain fascinating story elements, which can arouse readers' interest and make them more willing to continue reading.

3.** Entertaining through education * *: Allusions often have certain educational significance. Through stories, some truths and values are conveyed, so that readers can be educated through entertainment.

4.** Guide readers * *: Allusions can guide readers into a new field or perspective, inspire them to think, or provide a transition for the following content.

5.** As a contrast * *: Sometimes allusions are quoted to contrast with the current theme or situation, thus highlighting the views to be expressed.

6.** Convey cultural values * *: Allusions often carry specific cultural values, and quoting allusions helps to convey and strengthen these values.

7.** Increase literary talent * *: The use of allusions can make articles more literary and make the language more vivid.

8.** Enhance the structure of the article * *: Allusions can sometimes be used as the connection points between the themes or paragraphs of the article, providing a structure for the article.

The above are just some common functions of quoting allusions, and the specific functions should be understood according to the content and context of the article.