Who was Milton's model when he recast the first edition (1667) of Paradise Lost in 10 books to 12 books of the second edition (1674)?​

Correct option is C

Explanation:
When John Milton revised the first edition of Paradise Lost (1667) into 12 books for the second edition (1674), he followed the structural model of Virgil’s Aeneid, which also consists of 12 books. Milton admired Virgil's epic form and sought to align his own epic poem with classical traditions.
The division into 12 books enabled a closer parallel to Virgil’s work, emphasizing Milton’s alignment with the classical epic tradition.
The restructuring did not alter the content but redistributed the material to maintain narrative and thematic coherence.

Information Booster:
Milton and Classical Influence:
Virgil’s Aeneid: A key influence, it provided a framework for structuring Milton's Christian epic.
Homer’s Epics: While Homer influenced Milton’s poetic grandeur, the division of Paradise Lost into 12 books was directly inspired by Virgil.
Purpose: Milton’s adaptation of Virgil's form reflected his ambition to elevate Paradise Lost to the status of a classical masterpiece.
Paradise Lost:
First Edition: Published in 1667 with 10 books.
Second Edition: Revised in 1674, Milton divided Books 7 and 10 into two books each, creating 12 books.
The Epic was originally conceived as a tragedy called, "Adam Unparadised".
The aim of the epic is to Justify the ways of god to Man.
In the epic the muse has been invoked for 4 times.
Book IX is the longest and it describes the temptation by satan.

Additional Knowledge:
Lucan: Known for Pharsalia, his influence is evident in Milton’s treatment of political and historical themes.
Ovid: His narrative influence is seen in Milton’s descriptive techniques.
Homer: While Milton drew from Homer for epic conventions and grandeur, the division into 12 books was not modeled after The Iliad or The Odyssey.