Humanities CLEP Prep Practice Exam

John Milton's Paradise Lost is an epic poem that depicts the fall of mankind from the Garden of Eden. The central character of this poem is Lucifer, also known as Satan, who rebels against God and tempts Adam and Eve to eat the forbidden fruit. Adam and Eve are supporting characters in the poem, while Moses is not mentioned at all. Therefore, the correct answer is Lucifer as he plays a pivotal role in the story and is the main focus of the poem.