Which character in 'The Castle of Perseverance' represents the location where the soul is protected from the Seven Deadly Sins?
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Correct answer: The Castle itself
The 'Castle' is a physical structure on the stage (and an allegorical one) that Humanum Genus enters to seek protection. The Seven Cardinal Virtues defend the castle against an assault by the Seven Deadly Sins.
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