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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a goal of Sancho as he assumes his governorship of his island?

2. Who challenges Don Quixote and defeats him?

3. What is the discussion about between Don Diego and Don Quixote?

4. Who arrives next to see the famous Don Quixote?

5. What means of travel does the Duenna say the giant Malambruno will send for them to go to him?

Short Essay Questions

1. In a kind of switch, what is Don Quixote's reaction to Sancho's belief about the ride on the wooden flying horse?

2. Describe the irony of Sancho's eating habits as governor of the island of Barataria.

3. What is the finish to the story of the Countess Trifaldi?

4. What dramatic event happens at the wedding of Quiteria the Fair to Camacho the Rich?

5. Why is Don Antonio disappointed that Quixote and Sancho are returning home?

6. What trick is played on Sancho that makes him resign his governorship and return to Don Quixote?

7. Highlight Don Quixote's advice to Sancho before he leaves to become governor.

8. What happens when Don Quixote is finally defeated by another knight who orders him to return to La Mancha.

9. Describe the humorous story of the braying town.

10. Discuss Quixote's last hours.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a story about Gines de Pasamonte's committing a great robbery and going back to the galleys.

Essay Topic 2

Write a detailed description of Don Quixote riding on Rocinante down Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.

Essay Topic 3

Write an interview you might have with Don Quixote.

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