Dante's Inferno Quiz 2

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                     is the first of the rivers of Hell.

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Dante's Inferno Quiz 2 explores key elements from Dante Alighieri's epic poem. It assesses knowledge of characters, settings, and philosophical themes, enhancing understanding of this foundational work in Western literature.

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  • 2. 

                            is the ferryman who takes dead souls across the Acheron.

    Explanation
    Charon is the ferryman in Greek mythology who transports the souls of the deceased across the river Acheron, which separates the world of the living from the underworld. In Greek mythology, it was believed that the souls of the dead needed to pay Charon with a coin in order to be ferried across the river and enter the afterlife. Charon is often depicted as a grim and silent figure, guiding the souls of the dead on their final journey.

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  • 3. 

    Lie in tombs

    Explanation
    The given answer "Heretics" is a possible explanation for the phrase "Lie in tombs". Heretics refers to individuals who hold beliefs that are contrary to the established religious or cultural norms. In some cases, heretics may be condemned for their beliefs and their bodies may be buried in tombs as a form of punishment or exclusion from the mainstream community. Therefore, the phrase "Lie in tombs" can be associated with heretics who have been buried in this manner.

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  • 4. 

    Weighted down by great leaden robes

    Explanation
    The phrase "weighted down by great leaden robes" suggests a metaphorical burden or heaviness that is imposed on someone. This can be interpreted as a representation of the hypocrisy that hypocrites carry with them. Just like heavy robes, hypocrisy weighs people down and hinders their true intentions or actions. Therefore, the answer "Hypocrites" aligns with the metaphorical imagery presented in the question.

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  • 5. 

    Stand perpetual guard inside the well-pit and the upper halves of their bodies rise above the rim

    Explanation
    The given statement describes a group of beings who are standing guard inside a well-pit, with only the upper halves of their bodies visible above the rim. These beings are referred to as "Giants" because of their large size and the implied strength and power associated with them.

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    Hacked and torn through all eternity

    Explanation
    The phrase "hacked and torn through all eternity" suggests a continuous and relentless act of causing chaos and division. "Sowers of Discord" refers to individuals or entities that deliberately spread conflict and disharmony among people. This answer aligns with the given phrase, as it implies a never-ending cycle of disruption and division caused by these troublemakers.

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  • 7. 

    Snk in boiling pitch and guarded by demons who tear them to pieces and grappling hooks

  • 8. 

    Who was the Minotaur?

    • A hairy beast

    • A madman

    • Half-beast, half man

    Correct Answer
    A. Half-beast, half man
    Explanation
    The Minotaur was a mythical creature from Greek mythology. It was described as being half-beast, half-man. The creature had the body of a man and the head of a bull. It was said to be a result of the union between the Queen of Crete and a bull. The Minotaur was eventually slain by the Greek hero Theseus.

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  • 9. 

    Have a leather purse around their necks

    Correct Answer
    Violent Against Art
  • 10. 

                    are born without the light of Chris's Revelation.

    Correct Answer
    Virtuous Pagans
    Explanation
    The given answer "Virtuous Pagans" is likely the correct answer because it is the only option provided and it matches the incomplete statement given in the question. The statement implies that there is a group of individuals who are born without the light of Chris's Revelation, and these individuals are referred to as "Virtuous Pagans".

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  • 11. 

    Betrayed reason to their appetites

    Correct Answer
    Carnal
  • 12. 

    Move about endlessly, hidden from view inside great flames

    • The Grafters

    • The Violent against Neighbor

    • The Evil Counselors

    • The Thieves

    Correct Answer
    A. The Evil Counselors
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "The Evil Counselors". This answer is likely based on the description provided in the question, which states that these individuals "move about endlessly, hidden from view inside great flames." This description suggests that the Evil Counselors are constantly scheming and manipulating behind the scenes, using deception and cunning to achieve their goals.

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  • 13. 

    Who are immersed in boiling blood while Centaurs patrol the banks, ready to shoot with their arrows any sinner who raises himself out of the boiling blood?

    Correct Answer
    Violent against neighbors
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Violent against neighbors." This answer is suggested based on the description provided in the question. It mentions individuals who are immersed in boiling blood while being watched by Centaurs ready to shoot sinners who try to escape. This violent and punitive imagery suggests that these individuals are being punished for their violent behavior towards their neighbors.

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  • 14. 

    Lie with only their faces above the ice and their tears freeze in their eye sockets

    • The Treacherous to Country

    • The Treacherous to Guests and Hosts

    Correct Answer
    A. The Treacherous to Guests and Hosts
    Explanation
    The given correct answer "The Treacherous to Guests and Hosts" suggests that the individuals referred to in the statement are dangerous and deceitful towards both guests and hosts. The description of their faces being above the ice and their tears freezing in their eye sockets implies a harsh and unforgiving environment. This indicates that these individuals pose a threat to both those who visit them as guests and those who welcome them as hosts, making them treacherous to both parties.

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  • 15. 

    Full of monsrous reptiles

    • The pit of hypocrites

    • The pit of the thieves

    Correct Answer
    A. The pit of the thieves
    Explanation
    The phrase "full of monstrous reptiles" does not align with the given options. Therefore, it cannot be the correct answer. The correct answer is "The pit of the thieves" because it is the only option that matches the given phrase.

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  • 16. 

    Lie upon a great plain of burning sand

    Correct Answer
    Violent against God, Nature, and Art
    Explanation
    The given answer suggests that the phrase "lie upon a great plain of burning sand" is describing something that is violent against God, Nature, and Art. The phrase implies a sense of destruction and desolation, as well as a disregard for the divine, the natural world, and artistic beauty. This interpretation aligns with the idea that violence and destruction are contrary to the principles of spirituality, the harmony of nature, and the appreciation of artistic creations.

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  • 17. 

    What is the punishment of the Carnal?

    • They are not tormented

    • They are swept by a great whirlwind

    • They lie in an icy paste

    Correct Answer
    A. They are swept by a great whirlwind
    Explanation
    The punishment of the Carnal is being swept by a great whirlwind. This suggests that they are constantly in motion and unable to find stability or rest. The whirlwind symbolizes chaos and turbulence, indicating that the Carnal are subjected to a state of constant turmoil and unrest. This punishment serves as a fitting consequence for their indulgence in carnal desires, as it denies them any sense of peace or tranquility.

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  • 18. 

    Turn themselves into a wheel

    • Guido, Tegghaio, Jacopo

    • Jacopo, Minos, Geryon

    Correct Answer
    A. Guido, Tegghaio, Jacopo
  • 19. 

    Represents Philosophy

    Correct Answer
    Great Citadel
  • 20. 

    Encased in thorny trees whose leaves are eaten by Harpies

    • The Violent against themsleves

    • The violent against God

    • The Suicides

    • The Heretics

    • The Wrathful

    Correct Answer
    A. The Suicides
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Suicides. This can be inferred from the phrase "encased in thorny trees," which suggests a form of entrapment or containment. Additionally, the mention of Harpies eating the leaves implies a connection to self-inflicted harm or destruction. The Suicides are condemned to the seventh circle of Hell in Dante's Inferno, where they are transformed into trees and must endure eternal suffering.

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  • 21. 

    Separated father and son and swings his head

    Correct Answer
    Bertrand de Born
  • 22. 

    Wat is the punishment of the hoarders and the wasters?

    Correct Answer
    clash their weight against one another
    Explanation
    The punishment for hoarders and wasters is to clash their weight against one another. This means that they will face consequences for their actions, as their excessive accumulation or wastefulness will result in a collision or clash, possibly causing harm or destruction. This punishment serves as a deterrent and a form of justice for those who hoard resources or waste them unnecessarily.

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