The foundation story of John Milton’s “Paradise Lost” derives from what text ?

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In “Samson Agonistes,” the Chorus describes the approaching Dalila as beautifully and lavishly dressed to better seduce Samson. This is interesting because ?

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A. Raphael B. Eve C. Adam D. The Son...

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John Milton was inspired by the previous works of what authors ?

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The first sonnet form invented was the____________?

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