Question

Where did John Donne first begin writing poetry?

• A. Cambridge University
• B. Lincoln's Inn
• C. Oxford University
• D. Middle Temple

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Lincoln's Inn

• John Donne first began writing poetry during his time at Lincoln's Inn, one of the Inns of Court, where he studied history, theology, and languages.

• It was at Lincoln's Inn that Donne started to write poetry, but he initially viewed it as "a life-sign or minor irritation," rather than something central to his identity.