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

Short Answer Questions

1. Roland's second call to Charlemagne denotes what?

2. How many people came to tend to Alda?

3. Who watches over Charlemagne as the king sleeps?

4. Who is left to defend Charlemagne?

5. Who tells Charlemagne to pull it together?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many references in the poem as to the invincibility of Charlemagne. Among those references is the recurring appearance of the angels, particularly Gabriel, the King's great faith, and the possession of the spear that lanced Christ's side. What other symbols exist to protect Charlemagne? Are there similar symbols/references on behalf of Marsile or Baligant? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Ganelon professes hatred for Roland in the beginning of the tale and immediately plots Roland's death. Outline Ganelon's plan for Roland's execution and how it might be accomplished. Does Ganelon succeed? If so, how did the actual events compare to the original plan? What is the outcome regarding Ganelon?

Essay Topic 3

Ganelon aided Marsile in devising a devious plot against Charlemagne and Roland. What were the details of Ganelon's plan? How was the plan kept from Charlemagne and Roland? Who was wise to the plan? How was Charlemagne eventually informed? Did Marsile and Ganelon both stick to the plan?

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