Milton's "unholy trinity" of characters includes_______________?
Correct answer: D. Satan, Sin, and Death
- A. Error, Temptation, and Satan
- B. Sin, Death and Temptation
- C. Sin, Temptation, and Satan
- D. Satan, Sin, and Death
Explanation
Milton's infernal trio is Satan, Sin, and Death, who form a symbolic chain of rebellion, transgression, and consequence. Temptation is important in the poem but is not one of this triad.
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