In the play 'Mankind,' which character serves as the virtuous guide and priest-figure for the protagonist?
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Correct answer: Mercy, the virtuous guide
Mercy represents the stable, religious authority in 'Mankind.' He warns Mankind against the distractions of the world and the flesh, eventually rescuing him from despair after he falls into sin.
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