John Milton was fluent in which of the following languages ?
Correct answer: A. Latin, Greek, and Hebrew
- A. Latin, Greek, and Hebrew
- B. Latin, Sanskrit, and Aramaic
- C. Latin, Arabic, and Spanish
- D. Mandarin, Dutch, and French
Explanation
Milton had a strong classical and biblical education and was fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew, among other languages. His knowledge of these languages shaped both his literary style and his use of classical and biblical sources.
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