Question

What does the following allusion reference? Do research if needed.

Now, by the kingdoms of infernal rule,
Of Styx, of Acheron, and the fiery lake
Of ever-burning Phlegethon, I swear
That I do long to see the monuments
And situation of bright-splendent Rome:
Come, therefore, let's away.

a) The Rivers Styx, Archeron, Phlegethon that flow through the underworld
b) The Roman cities Styx, Archeron, Phlegethon where sin occurred in abundance
c) The stars Styx, Archeron, Phlegethon are associated with wealth, fame, and power
d) The three phoenixes Styx, Archeron, Phlegethon that Hercules faced

Answer 1

a) The Rivers Styx, Archeron, Phlegethon that flow through the underworld

Step-by-step explanation:

The Rivers Styx, Archeron and Phlegethon mentioned in this text are three of the five rivers that are believed by the Greek to separate the earth from the underworld.

They are not Roman cities as in option B

Option C is incorrect because they are not stars and are not associated with wealth, fame, and power. Rather, Phlegethon is a river of fire, Acheron, a river of peril, and Styx is a river that is void of love .

Option D is incorrect because Hercules never faced them.