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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. Which character worries that he loses the love of Chimene?
2. Which two characters agree that love has the power to transcend sense?
3. In Act 2, Scene 4, who leaves the palace, according to the messenger?
4. Which description best fits Elvire?
5. What does the Infanta fantasize happens, following the duel?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe the emotions in Don Rodrigue's soliloquy.
2. Why is Don Rodrigue remorseful, even though he wins the duel against Don Gomes?
3. In Act 2, Scene 8, given that Chimene and Don Diegue both present their arguments to the King, based on what is honorable, how can their requests be so opposite?
4. In Act 2, Scene 6, does the King believe Don Gomes' actions are honorable, since Don Diegue is appointed as tutor? Why or why not?
5. In Act 1, Scene 4, Don Diegue speaks in soliloquy. Describe his emotions and complaints.
6. In Act 2, Scene 7, when the King learns of the death of Don Gomes, he says that justice is served. Why does he say this?
7. In Act 5, Scene 4, Chimene complains that no matter how the duel turns out, she loses. Either she loses her last chance to avenge her father's death, or she has to grieve the death of Don Rodrigue. How does this statement reveal the character of Chimene? How does Elvire respond?
8. Compare and contrast the main conversational threads in Act 1, Scene 1 and Act 1, Scene 2.
9. Describe Chimene's reaction, when she believes that Don Sanche killed Don Rodrigue in the duel.
10. How does the Infanta respond to Chimene's renewed desire for vengeance?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Research the historical record of the real "Le Cid" or "El Cid." Compare the story of the real man to the Pierre Corneille version.
Essay Topic 2
Chimene and Don Rodrigue both say that without honor, they wouldn't be deserving of each others' love. Ironically, if they both uphold their sense of honor, they can never be together. Other than arranging a duel between Don Rodrigue and Don Sanche, how can Chimene and Don Rodrigue resolve their dilemma?
Essay Topic 3
Chimene, Don Rodrigue, and the Infanta all feel great obligation toward their parents. All sacrifice their own desires to uphold their parents' honor and desires. Do you agree with their actions? Are there times when an adult child is justified in defying a parent's wishes?
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