What is the meaning of Milton's work Samson Agonistes ?
Correct answer: D. Wrestler
- A. Theist
- B. Atheist
- C. Antagonist
- D. Wrestler
Explanation
Agonistes comes from the Greek word for a contestant or wrestler, so Samson Agonistes means Samson the Wrestler or Struggler. It does not mean atheist, theist, or antagonist.
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