two faces partially superimposed upon one another with one having eyes closed and the other having eyes open and divine light shining from its forehead

On His Blindness

by John Milton

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On His Blindness Overview Quiz

  1. What is the primary theme of John Milton's poem 'On His Blindness'?

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  2. What literary form does John Milton use in 'On His Blindness'?

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  3. What does the word 'light' symbolize in Milton's 'On His Blindness'?

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  4. What does Milton conclude about serving God in 'On His Blindness'?

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  5. What does Milton hope to present to God in 'On His Blindness'?

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  6. In 'On His Blindness,' what does Milton compare the best way to serve God to?

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  7. Who is the author of 'On His Blindness'?

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  8. What biblical parable does Milton allude to in 'On His Blindness'?

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  9. Who personifies the virtue that intervenes in Milton's 'On His Blindness'?

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