Question
John Milton was born in London on December 9, 1608. He began writing poetry in different languages while studying at Cambridge. At first, his ambition was to join the clergy, but he gave up this ambition and focused on his poetry instead. After he left university, he spent six years studying privately to become a poet. It was during this period that he wrote many of his famous works, such as "L'Allegro" and "Lycidas." He also learned a number of languages, including Latin, Spanish, French, and Hebrew, among others. Making use of his extensive knowledge of languages, Milton worked as the secretary for foreign languages in Oliver Cromwell's government in the United Kingdom. By 1651, he had become completely blind, yet he continued to work and produce poetry. His seminal work Paradise Lost was written in 1667, and is regarded as one of the most influential works of literature. Milton died on November 8, 1674 in Buckinghamshire, England.
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What would be the best introduction to this essay?
A.
John Milton was married three times and had four children.
B.
John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost recounts the tale of how Satan tempted Adam and Eve into eating the forbidden fruit.
C.
John Milton attended St. Paul's School as a young boy.
D.
John Milton's success as a poet was not hindered by any event in his life, including the loss of his eyesight.
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What would be the best introduction to this essay?
A.
John Milton was married three times and had four children.
B.
John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost recounts the tale of how Satan tempted Adam and Eve into eating the forbidden fruit.
C.
John Milton attended St. Paul's School as a young boy.
D.
John Milton's success as a poet was not hindered by any event in his life, including the loss of his eyesight.
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The best introduction to the essay would be:
**D. John Milton's success as a poet was not hindered by any event in his life, including the loss of his eyesight.**
This option effectively sets the stage for discussing Milton's achievements despite challenges, including his blindness, and aligns well with the overall themes of his life and work as described in the essay.
**D. John Milton's success as a poet was not hindered by any event in his life, including the loss of his eyesight.**
This option effectively sets the stage for discussing Milton's achievements despite challenges, including his blindness, and aligns well with the overall themes of his life and work as described in the essay.