Inferno Canto 15

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In what circle does Canto 15 take place?
Answer 1
It takes place within the 7th Circle, the 3rd Round.
Who is the famous face Dante and Virgil meet in this Canto?
Answer 2
They meet Ser Brunetto Latino in this Canto. He was an Italian philosopher, scholar and statesman, and also a man Dante somewhat respected.
What is the sinner's punishment in this Canto?
Answer 3
Souls in this circle must wander around in the rain of fire and fiery sand. As such was the fate of Sodom and Gomorrah, the biblical towns that were famous for sins against nature.
What is the prophecy that Brunetto gives to Dante?
Answer 4
Brunetto tells Dante of the threat the Fiesolans pose to Dante and that he should not be swayed by them.
What kind of sinners dwell in this Circle/Round?
Answer 5
This circle is home to the The Violent and more specifically the 3rd Round, which is for The Violent Against Nature.