According to John Milton's "Paradise Lost," what is Satan's tragic flaw ?
Correct answer: B. Pride
- A. Lust
- B. Pride
- C. Jealousy
- D. Love
Explanation
Satan's defining tragic flaw in Paradise Lost is pride, expressed through his refusal to submit to God and his ambition to rival divine authority. Lust, jealousy, and love are not the central cause of his fall.
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