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The Poetry of John Milton
Question 1 |
Which of the following elements DOES NOT characterize epic poetry?
An Epic Council | |
An "Arming of the Hero" Scene | |
A "Tragic Recognition" Speech | |
An Invocation to the Muse |
Question 2 |
Which of the following British monarchs was executed during the English Civil War?
Charles I | |
Charles II | |
Queen Anne | |
Henry VIII |
Question 3 |
What event occurs in the final lines of John Milton's "Paradise Lost"?
Adam and Eve hold hands and walk across an arid plain. | |
Adam and Eve promise to be fruitful and multiply. | |
Adam and Eve curse their God. | |
Adam and Eve curse Satan. |
Question 4 |
"Samson Agonistes" is described as a "Closet Drama, " which means
it can be acted out on a very small stage. | |
it was written to be read but not acted upon a stage. | |
people will read it in secret and not publically admit they read it. | |
it was written to be acted in a church. |
Question 5 |
Near the end of "Samson Agonistes, " Samson has decided not to perform for attendants at a certain event when (starting with line 1381) he suddenly reverses positions and agrees to go. Why does he do this?
He experiences some "rousing motions" which might be from God. | |
Manoa convinces him to do it or the Philistines will execute Samson. | |
The Chorus demands he stay in his prison cell and Samson reacts against them. | |
He wishes to see Dalila one last time in the crowd. |
There are 5 questions to complete.