Exam Based questions, John Milton
John Milton
1. Who tempts Eve to eat the forbidden fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2016, TRB 2017)
A) Satan
B) God
C) Adam
D) The Serpent
Answer: D) The Serpent
2. In Paradise Lost, who is the first to fall victim to Satan's temptation? (TNTET 2018, UGC NET 2019)
A) Adam
B) Eve
C) Raphael
D) The Serpent
Answer: B) Eve
3. What form does Satan take to deceive Eve in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (TANSET 2017, PGTRB 2020)
A) A celestial being
B) A human man
C) A serpent
D) A lion
Answer: C) A serpent
4. Who is the speaker of the following line in Paradise Lost: "For man will hearken to his glozing lies"? (PGTRB 2020, UGC NET 2017)
A) Eve
B) Satan
C) Adam
D) Raphael
Answer: B) Satan
5. What does Eve do after eating the forbidden fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2018)
A) She immediately regrets it.
B) She offers it to Adam.
C) She hides it.
D) She calls for help.
Answer: B) She offers it to Adam.
6. In Paradise Lost, Book IX, what is Adam’s initial reaction when Eve offers him the forbidden fruit? (TRB 2017, SET 2019)
A) He refuses.
B) He rebukes Eve.
C) He accepts and eats it.
D) He remains silent.
Answer: C) He accepts and eats it.
7. In Paradise Lost, what is the consequence of Adam and Eve's disobedience? (UGC NET 2020, TANCET 2019)
A) They are cast out of Eden.
B) They are forgiven by God.
C) They become immortal.
D) They are rewarded with power.
Answer: A) They are cast out of Eden.
8. Who informs Adam and Eve of their impending fall in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (PGTRB 2020, UGC NET 2017)
A) God
B) Raphael
C) Satan
D) The Angel
Answer: B) Raphael
9. Which character is portrayed as a tempter and deceiver in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (SET 2020, UGC NET 2018)
A) Satan
B) Adam
C) Raphael
D) God
Answer: A) Satan
10. What is the main theme of Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2019, TANCET 2020)
A) Love and Redemption
B) Fall and Temptation
C) Creation of Heaven
D) Power and Ambition
Answer: B) Fall and Temptation
11. In Paradise Lost, Book IX, how does Satan justify Eve’s fall? (TNTET 2019)
A) By blaming God
B) By claiming Eve is superior to Adam
C) By saying it was necessary for human growth
D) By saying Adam is equally responsible
Answer: C) By saying it was necessary for human growth
12. How does Eve react to Adam's suggestion not to eat the fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2020, TRB 2017)
A) She becomes angry.
B) She listens and rejects Satan.
C) She argues and then agrees to eat.
D) She falls into despair.
Answer: C) She argues and then agrees to eat.
13. What is Adam’s justification for eating the forbidden fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2017)
A) He wants to gain knowledge.
B) He wants to please Eve.
C) He wants to disobey God.
D) He believes it will benefit mankind.
Answer: B) He wants to please Eve.
14. In Paradise Lost, Book IX, what happens to Adam and Eve’s eyes after they eat the fruit? (TANSET 2017)
A) They become more powerful.
B) They see God clearly.
C) Their eyes are opened to their nakedness.
D) They can now see into the future.
Answer: C) Their eyes are opened to their nakedness.
15. Which of the following is the cause of the downfall of Adam and Eve in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (SET 2020)
A) Pride
B) Lust
C) Disobedience
D) Anger
Answer: C) Disobedience
16. In Paradise Lost, Book IX, who is the first to experience guilt after eating the fruit? (TRB 2018)
A) Satan
B) Eve
C) Adam
D) Raphael
Answer: B) Eve
17. What does Eve do after realizing the consequences of eating the fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2018)
A) She blames Adam.
B) She prays for forgiveness.
C) She seeks solace from God.
D) She hides from Adam.
Answer: B) She prays for forgiveness.
18. In Paradise Lost, Book IX, who addresses Adam and Eve about the consequences of their actions? (TNTET 2017, UGC NET 2019)
A) God
B) Raphael
C) Satan
D) Michael
Answer: D) Michael
19. How does Satan react after Adam and Eve fall in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (SET 2019)
A) He is ashamed of his actions.
B) He rejoices in their fall.
C) He seeks forgiveness from God.
D) He flees from Eden.
Answer: B) He rejoices in their fall.
20. In Paradise Lost, what is the ultimate punishment for Adam and Eve’s disobedience? (UGC NET 2020, PGTRB 2020)
A) Eternal damnation
B) Banishment from Eden
C) Death
D) Loss of power
Answer: B) Banishment from Eden
21. What role does the serpent play in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2017)
A) He symbolizes knowledge.
B) He represents divine punishment.
C) He acts as a vessel for Satan’s temptation.
D) He helps Adam and Eve.
Answer: C) He acts as a vessel for Satan’s temptation.
22. How does Satan view Adam and Eve’s relationship in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (TNTET 2018)
A) He sees them as a threat to his power.
B) He is jealous of their love.
C) He considers them weak and easily corruptible.
D) He admires their unity.
Answer: C) He considers them weak and easily corruptible.
23. What is the tone of Paradise Lost, Book IX, after the fall of man? (UGC NET 2019)
A) Joyful and triumphant
B) Sad and mournful
C) Hopeful and optimistic
D) Angry and vengeful
Answer: B) Sad and mournful
24. Which event marks the climax of Book IX of Paradise Lost? (TANSET 2018)
A) Satan's fall from Heaven
B) Eve's temptation and fall
C) Adam’s choice to fall
D) The punishment of the serpent
Answer: B) Eve's temptation and fall
25. In Paradise Lost, what is Adam and Eve’s knowledge of good and evil leads them to what realization? (TANCET 2020)
A) Their divine nature
B) The guilt of their disobedience
C) Their immortality
D) The presence of God
Answer: B) The guilt of their disobedience
26. What does Satan promise Eve if she eats the forbidden fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (PGTRB 2020)
A) Immortality
B) Knowledge
C) Power over Adam
D) Eternal bliss
Answer: B) Knowledge
27. Who attempts to stop Satan from entering Eden in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2019)
A) Gabriel
B) Michael
C) Raphael
D) Uriel
Answer: B) Michael
28. How does Eve feel immediately after eating the fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (TNTET 2019)
A) Joyful
B) Ashamed
C) Guilt-free
D) Proud
Answer: B) Ashamed
29. What happens when Adam eats the forbidden fruit in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2018)
A) He immediately dies.
B) He loses his ability to speak.
C) He regrets his decision.
D) He feels no change.
Answer: C) He regrets his decision.
30. Who is responsible for the fall of mankind according to Satan in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2017)
A) God
B) Eve
C) Adam
D) Satan himself
Answer: B) Eve
31. Which of the following is a direct consequence of Adam and Eve’s actions in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (TRB 2018)
A) They gain eternal life.
B) They lose their innocence.
C) They are blessed by God.
D) They gain knowledge of good and evil.
Answer: B) They lose their innocence.
32. In Paradise Lost, Book IX, what role does Eve play in Adam’s fall? (PGTRB 2020)
A) She encourages him to eat the fruit.
B) She tries to stop him from eating the fruit.
C) She blames him for the fall.
D) She becomes a martyr for Adam.
Answer: A) She encourages him to eat the fruit.
33. What is the central message of Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2020)
A) The nature of God’s justice
B) The importance of obedience to God
C) The glorification of Satan
D) The inevitability of fate
Answer: B) The importance of obedience to God
34. In Paradise Lost, Book IX, who offers Adam a chance for redemption? (SET 2020)
A) God
B) Eve
C) Raphael
D) Michael
Answer: A) God
35. Which of the following is the main theme of Satan’s speech in Paradise Lost, Book IX? (UGC NET 2018)
A) Hope for mankind
B) Justification for his rebellion
C) The glory of Heaven
D) The power of knowledge
Answer: B) Justification for his rebellion
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