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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Tamburlaine, blood is more precious than what jewel?

2. Which is not a name of one of the children?

3. The wife urges her husband to do what?

4. Who assures Callapine of victory?

5. Callpine predicts that Tamburlaine will soon wear what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the military abilities and personalities of Mycetes and Cosroe.

Essay Topic 2

Tamburlaine becomes convinced of his own godlike status in Part 1, Act 2. What makes Tamburlaine think he has the same powers as Ancient Greek gods and heroes? How do Tamburlaine's subordinates feel about the proclamation? Do you think Tamburlaine is tempting fate or wrath of the gods with this statement? Is Tamburlaine over confident or delusional?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the personalities of Tamburlaine and Bajazeth.

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