Paradise Lost Critics

Question 1

“Satan’s __________ status _______ readers into ____________, mirroring the ______ of ___”

Answer 1

“Satan’s malcontent status seduces readers into sympathising, mirroring the danger of sin” - Fish

Question 2

“Satan embodies ______ ________, eliciting __________ despite his flaws.”

Answer 2

“Satan embodies tragic grandeur, eliciting admiration despite his flaws.” - Empson

Question 3

“Satan is a ____-_________ figure whose ____________ nature stems from _____ and ____.”

Answer 3

“Satan is a self-deceiving figure whose malcontented nature stems from pride and envy.” - C.S Lewis

Question 4

“Milton’s Satan reflects _____________ ________ but ultimately _____ against its _______________.”

Answer 4

“Milton’s Satan reflects revolutionary ambition but ultimately warns against its destructiveness.” - Hill