ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Young’s influence also served as the poet’s introduction to religious radicalism. After Young’s tutorship, Milton attended St Paul’s School in London, where he began the study of Latin and Greek; the classical languages left an imprint on both his poetry and prose in English (he also wrote in Latin and Italian).

Detailed explanation-2: -In 1625, Milton entered Christ’s College, Cambridge where he was a successful student despite having been “rusticated”-that is, suspended-for a term during his first year, probably for arguing with his tutor. Milton excelled at languages and was an omnivorous reader.

Detailed explanation-3: -punishment received by Milton from his tutor, William Chappell.

Detailed explanation-4: -When the Restoration took place in May 1660 and King Charles II returned from exile in Europe, Milton went into hiding for fear of his life. A warrant was issued for his arrest and his writings were burnt. He re-emerged after a general pardon was issued, but was nevertheless arrested and briefly imprisoned.