Explanation
Blank verse tragedy is the genre that best describes John Milton’s “Samson Agonistes”. This answer is correct because Milton’s work is characterized by its use of unrhymed iambic pentameter, a characteristic of blank verse, and its tragic elements, which align with the conventions of a tragedy. The QuizMaster of AnsweringExams.Com suggests remembering this by associating the date 1671, the year “Samson Agonistes” was published, with the concept of blank verse tragedy, making it easier to recall the correct answer. Other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the poetic and dramatic style of “Samson Agonistes”, which does not fit the characteristics of a pastoral elegy, prose polemic, or masque. PPSC, FPSC, CSS, NTS, MDCAT and ECAT competitive exams test this topic. Practice more at AnsweringExams.Com.
