Question: Part 4-Short-answer #2 1. What is an allegory? Explain how the Inferno fits this definition. (4 points) 2. Define contrapasso. (2 points) 3. Compare/contrast

Part 4-Short-answer #2 1. What is an allegory? Explain how the Inferno 

Part 4-Short-answer #2 1. What is an allegory? Explain how the Inferno fits this definition. (4 points) 2. Define contrapasso. (2 points) 3. Compare/contrast the sin, contrapasso, and Dante the Pilgrim's reaction with respect to these two sinners: 1. Francesca in Canto V (3 points) 2. Count Ugolino in Canto XXXIII (3 points) 4. Who claims "In me you see the perfect contrapasso"? Explain why this person says what he says? (3 points) 5. Describe Satan as he appears in Canto XXXIV. Be specific and complete. (3 points) BONUS: Dante is said to have had "three loves." Identify these three loves and show how Danto makes each an integral part of the "Inferno." (6 points)

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