In "Samson Agonistes," the Chorus describes the approaching Dalila as beautifully and lavishly dressed to better seduce Samson. This is interesting because ?
Correct answer: D. Samson is blind.
- A. the Chorus has just stated it hates this kind of lavish, external beauty.
- B. Samson hates this kind of lavish, external beauty.
- C. Dalila usually dresses in a more understated Puritan manner.
- D. Samson is blind.
Explanation
The description is striking because Samson cannot see Dalila's beauty: he has been physically blinded. Her luxurious appearance therefore recalls the visual seduction from which he is now excluded.
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