John Dryden wrote "Absalom and Achitophel." Who was Achitophel, historically speaking ?
Correct answer: D. Absalom's advisor
- A. King David's son
- B. A Judge of Israel
- C. Bathsheba's first husband
- D. Absalom's advisor
Explanation
In the biblical story, Achitophel was a counsellor of King David who joined Absalom's rebellion and advised him. Dryden uses this historical role as the basis for his allegory.
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