Which of the following are characteristics of a Petrarchan Lover?Select all that apply. a. pursuit of an unattainable woman b. skill with weapons c. a light-hearted disposition d. use of poetic language and oxymorons e. charming personality f. objectification of women

 The characteristics of a Petrarchan Lover, based upon the poetry and conventions established by the Italian poet Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch), include the following:

a. Pursuit of an unattainable woman - Petrarchan lovers often pine for a woman who is out of their reach, either due to social status, marital status, or her disinterest.

d. Use of poetic language and oxymorons - Petrarchan lovers typically express their love and admiration through eloquent poems, and their language often involves oxymorons that emphasize the conflicting emotions of love.

f. Objectification of women - The beloved is often depicted as an idealized figure rather than a person with individual thoughts and feelings. She is objectified and seen as the embodiment of perfection, often placed on a pedestal.

The other options given (b. skill with weapons, c. a light-hearted disposition, e. charming personality) are not typical characteristics of a Petrarchan lover