1. In Canto V of Inferno, those who are indulged in lust are sent to the second circle of hell, including Semiramis, Dido, Cleopatra, Helen, Achilles, Paris, Tristan, Francesca and Paolo. Choose ONE of the sinners lost in lust. Explain why Dante puts him/her into hell.
I choose Achilles because he has a desire to win all the war. So, I think he will go to the hell just because his appetence.
2. Why is Dante moved to tears after Francesca’s description of love and why does he finally fall “as a dead body falls” after her personal account of her intimate relationship with Paolo?
Because Francesca fell in love with Caina, Paolo’s brother. In some cases love could be selfish, but the love between Francesca and Paolo was so inflexible they even died for it without regret. I think Dante cried because he is so touching.
3. From Dante’s presentation of Francesca and Paolo, we are encouraged to consider the place of moral responsibility in depictions of love, sex, and violence in our own day. We can certainly discuss music, television, movies, and advertising (as well as literature) in these terms. Who is more (or less) responsible and therefore accountable for unacceptable attitudes and behavior in society: the creators and vehicles of such messages or the consumers and audiences?
I think a couple who has relation problem is inadmissible in the past. But now, maybe it’s not a problem now! People accent that freedom to choose their spouse.
Anna,
I think you misunderstood the question raised in Q1. You are supposed to explain why Achilles is put to the second circle (Lust) in Hell, and what lust crime he committed according to Dante. Read the questions carefully next time.
Q2, you got the same answer with Aurora. Why? Failed.
Q3, the answer you offered is confusing.
You got an F for your work. Work and study harder next time.
Comment by cestjoy — December 25, 2006 @ 11:40 am