Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE concerning Book Two of John Milton's "Paradise Lost" ?
Correct answer: C. The Narrator invokes his muse by the name of "Holy Light."
- A. A debate is held in Hell by Satan and his compatriots concerning whether to attempt to recover Heaven.
- B. Satan embarks on his passage across the great gulf of Chaos.
- C. The Narrator invokes his muse by the name of "Holy Light."
- D. The demons begin exploring Hell, engaging in philosophical debates, and entering
- E. singing competitions.
Explanation
The invocation to “Holy Light” occurs at the beginning of Book III, not Book II. Book II instead contains the debate in Hell and Satan’s journey across Chaos, making option C the false statement.
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