Canto I
In the middle of the journey of his life, Dante
finds himself lost in a dark wood, and he
cannot find the straight path.
Inferno, Canto 1: Dante in the dusky wood
Character Descriptions
1. Dante: A 35 year old man, spiritually lost and
wandering in a dark wood. A guide is sent to him and he
embarks on a spiritual journey to learn the true nature of sin.
2. Virgil: A “Shade” residing in the Limbo section of Hell,
also know as the first circle. Virgil was a poet, much admired
by Dante, and the perfect guide for Dante’s journey. He is
said to represent human reason and wisdom.
Inferno, Canto 1: The panther at the beginning of the ascent
Lost in a wood, Dante meets:
1. She Leopard: the symbol of lust or excessive
passion.
2.
Lion: represents pride and violence.
3.
She Wolf: is the symbol of fraud and betrayal.
Inferno, Canto 1: The lion suddenly confronts Dante
Summary:
Dante, astray in a wood, reaches the foot of
a hill which he begins to ascend; he is
hindered by three beasts; he turns back
and is met by Virgil, who proposes to guide
him into the eternal world.
Inferno, Canto 1: The she-wolf appears
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Inferno, Canto 1: Virgil and Dante begin their journey
What day is it?
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What day is it?
 Christmas Day
 The Night Before Good Friday
 Easter
What day is it?
 Christmas Day
 The Night Before Good Friday
 Easter
What blocked Dante’s Path?
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What blocked Dante’s Path?
 Leopard, Lion, and She-Wolf
 Charon
 Medusa
What blocked Dante’s Path?
 Leopard, Lion, and She-Wolf
 Charon
 Medusa
Who does Dante follow through the
circles of Hell?
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Who does Dante follow through the
circles of Hell?
 Beatrice
 Aeneas
Virgil
Who does Dante follow through the
circles of Hell?
 Beatrice
 Aeneas
Virgil
The End
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