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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 ?

A. He experiences some “rousing motions” which might be from God.
B. Manoa convinces him to do it or the Philistines will execute Samson.
C. The Chorus demands he stay in his prison cell and Samson reacts against them.
D. He wishes to see Dalila one last time in the crowd.