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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. In Act 1, Scene 6, which character's soliloquy is in rhyming verse, rather than the play's typical blank verse?
2. Which character has no fear of the King's punishment?
3. In Act 1, Scene 3, which character draws his sword?
4. In Act 1, Scene 1, who tells Chimene that her father is in favor of a marriage between Chimene and the man she loves?
5. In Act 2, Scene 6, the King complains of whose arrogance?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Act 1, Scene 2, the Infanta is faced with a conflict between love and honor. What does she hope to gain, by choosing honor?
2. In Act 3, Scene 4, Don Rodrigue offers Chimene his sword, but she refuses to take it or even look at it. Discuss the symbolism of this scene.
3. In Act 2, Scene 2, what does Don Rodrigue do, and is this action based on honor or love?
4. In Act 1, Scene 1, what do Chimene and Elvire say about Don Gomes?
5. In Act 4, Scene 2, how does Chimene respond when the Infanta tries to comfort her?
6. The Infanta, in her soliloquy, says that love outlasts and transcends hate. This goes against the logic of most characters throughout the play, who act more out of hate (in the name of honor) than out of love. How does this soliloquy reinforce the main theme of the play?
7. Describe the King's plan to test Chimene's love for Don Rodrigue. What is the result of the test?
8. In Act 1, Scene 4, Don Diegue speaks in soliloquy. Describe his emotions and complaints.
9. Why does Chimene vow to kill herself after Don Rodrigue dies?
10. What is the final outcome of the play, regarding the future of Don Rodrigue and Chimene, along with the Infanta? How does this ending reinforce the main theme of the play?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
If Don Rodrigue fails to ward off the invaders in battle, and does not become the great hero, "Le Cid", how does the play progress differently? Is there a second duel, between Don Rodrigue and Don Sanche? If so or if not, how does this outcome affect Don Rodrigue, Chimene, and the Infanta? Does the King feel differently, regarding whether or not to punish Don Rodrigue?
Essay Topic 2
Consider the relationship between Chimene and Don Sanche throughout the play. Does she care about him? Does she use him? Is she honorable toward him? Similarly, does he care about her? Does he use her? Is he honorable toward her?
Essay Topic 3
Research and discuss the history of the duel as a means of resolving disputes. Based on custom at the time of the play, is Don Diegue justified in asking his son, Don Rodrigue, to fight for his honor in a duel? Is Chimene justified in asking a suitor she does not love, Don Sanche, to fight for her father's honor in a duel? Why does the King at first refuse to allow a duel between Don Rodrigue and Don Sanche?
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