Who is Cato ?
Correct answer: D. An ancient pagan that Dante meets in purgatory
- A. A character who appears in the lust circle of hell
- B. A character who appears in the ninth circle of hell
- C. The example Dante uses to show a perfect Christian man
- D. An ancient pagan that Dante meets in purgatory
Explanation
Cato was an ancient Roman pagan whom Dante meets at the entrance to Purgatory, where he serves as its guardian. He is not placed among the circles of Hell, despite being outside Christian salvation.
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