Shot out with all their prongs aimed at my guide,
But he shouted, "Stop being savages!
"Before you would impale me with your forks,
One of you step forward to hear me out
And then resolve to grapple me or not."
(21.22-24.67-75)
Which detail from Doré's illustration is not found in Dante's poem?
OA. Dante cowering behind Virgil
OB. The demons threatening Virgil and Dante with their pitchforks
C. The demons showing their rage
OD. Virgil standing fearlessly against the demons

Question

Shot out with all their prongs aimed at my guide,
But he shouted, "Stop being savages!
"Before you would impale me with your forks,
One of you step forward to hear me out
And then resolve to grapple me or not."
(21.22-24.67-75)
Which detail from Doré's illustration is not found in Dante's poem?
OA. Dante cowering behind Virgil
OB. The demons threatening Virgil and Dante with their pitchforks
C. The demons showing their rage
OD. Virgil standing fearlessly against the demons

Accepted Answer

***A*** ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹Artistic Interpretation vs. Literary Description⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹Doré's illustration may include artistic liberties that are not explicitly described in Dante's text, such as Dante's demeanor. The poem does not mention Dante cowering behind Virgil, which is an interpretive detail added by the artist.⚹◊What historical events or themes can be seen in Dante's depiction of demons and Virgil in his poem?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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