According to Dr. Mazzotta, what does the phrase "the little bark" mean ?
Correct answer: D. It highlights the idea that Dante is on a journey of poetry.
- A. It means that sinners must resign themselves to life in hell.
- B. It implies that Beatrice will return later in the poem.
- C. It suggests that paradise is close to purgatory.
- D. It highlights the idea that Dante is on a journey of poetry.
Explanation
The image of the 'little bark' presents Dante's work as a poetic voyage into waters not previously explored by his poetry. It therefore highlights the idea of a journey through poetry rather than a literal boat or a prediction about Beatrice.
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