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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. Where are Bajazeth and Zabina being held?

2. What does Tamburlaine intend to do before attacking the soldiers?

3. What item does Tamburlaine claim is the finest ever?

4. Which is not offered as a prize for helping the prisoner to escape?

5. Mycetes believes war to be:

Short Essay Questions

1. What suggestion does Meander make to Mycetes in light of the defection?

2. How does Tamburlaine react to his new position as regent to Cosroe?

3. What is Tamburlaine's belief regarding his quest to capture Persia and other important territories?

4. What is the purpose of the crowns on Tamburlaine's dinner plate?

5. What is Callapine's plan for escape from the jail?

6. To whom does Cosroe reveal his plans to take over the throne? Who is in support of the plan?

7. What is the outcome of the attempt to offer the city's ruler the chance to surrender?

8. It is clear that Tamburlaine is admired. What/who does Tamburlaine compare himself to?

9. Why is Theridimas upset with himself?

10. How does the Governor react when Tamburlaine and others urge him to surrender?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Theridimas was easily convinced to switch sides after speaking with Tamburlaine. What caused Theridimas to switch sides? Was there any coercion for Theridimas to make this decision? Was the decision any reflection on Theridimas' relationship with Mycetes and/or Cosroe? What does this move say about Theridimas' trustworthiness? Should Tamburlaine trust Theridimas?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the personalities of Amyras, Celebini, and Calyphas. Which would be the most effective as Tamburlaine's successor? Explain.

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