Paradise Lost Summary
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Objective
I can identify and analyze the key themes in Milton's *Paradise Lost*, such as good vs. evil, obedience vs. disobedience, and free will.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Identify and briefly describe two key themes present in Milton's *Paradise Lost*.
How does Milton's portrayal of Satan challenge a simple "good vs. evil" dichotomy? Use examples from the video's summary.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe how Milton portrays the theme of obedience vs. disobedience through the actions and choices of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. Explain how the video's summary of Satan's character illustrates the complexities of the theme of good vs. evil in *Paradise Lost*. Analyze how the concept of free will influences the decisions made by either Satan or Adam and Eve, and what consequences arise from those decisions.”
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