The Redcrosse Knight in Book I of 'The Faerie Queene' is the allegorical personification of which virtue?
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Correct answer: Holiness
The Redcrosse Knight represents Holiness. His journey involves learning to distinguish between true faith and false appearances, eventually defeating the dragon to restore Una's parents to their kingdom.
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