1) Which statement best summarizes the central theme of this poem? A)
It is the responsibility of rulers to do what is true to
their hearts.
B)
It is the responsibility of rulers to do what is in their
best interests.
C)
It is the responsibility of rulers to safeguard and
protect the innocent.
D)
It is the responsibility of rulers to listen to the
counsel of their advisers.

Based on what he wrote in the inferno, which statement would dante most likely agree with? a. church leaders should be given leeway for their earthly actions since they are working for god. b. poets should be given a free pass to heaven since their words point others toward god. c. people, no matter their earthly status, should be judged by a fair god. d. churchgoers should be allowed into heaven just for attending church services. 2b2t