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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. Mycetes believes war to be:

2. During what era was the play written?

3. To which of these is Tamburlaine not compared?

4. Mycetes believes Tamburlaine will become:

5. Zenocrate cannot understand how to reconcile love and...

Short Essay Questions

1. What final words of advice does Tamburlaine give to Amyras?

2. How does Bajazeth react to the news that Tamburlaine intends to challenge his rule over the Turkish Empire?

3. Why does Tamburlaine tell his sons to cease mourning? Where should they focus their attentions?

4. What items are used by Tamburlaine to prove to Theridimas that he has been well blessed?

5. What is the purpose of Tamburlaine's treatment of Bajazeth and Zabina?

6. What is the reaction of the Sultan when Tamburlaine says he can remain in the royal court as a regent?

7. What causes Calyphas to proclaim his eagerness to kill?

8. How does Mycetes react when he learns that Cosroe and Theridimas have switched sides?

9. How do Zenocrate and Zabina react to the battle between their men?

10. How do Callapine and the other kings react upon receiving the news about Tamburlaine's army?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Of Tamburlaine's three sons, only Calyphas objected to killing in battle. What was Tamburlaine's reaction to the boy's beliefs? What did Zenocrate think of Calyphas' objections? Was Calyphas able to hide his disapproval? Of what was Calyphas afraid? Did Calyphas' predictions come true?

Essay Topic 2

Bajazeth attempts to negotiate with Tamburlaine. What is the purpose of the negotiation? What is the result? Despite the interference of Tamburlaine, Bajazeth's main focus is on what goal? Will Tamburlaine interfere with that goal? How would Bajazeth deal with any entity that blocks his path? Do Bajazeth and Tamburlaine ever reach an agreement?

Essay Topic 3

Many battles are fought over religion. Although religion was not a major factor in the reason for the battles, it played a part in the creation of allies and loyalty. Analyze the pacts, promises and betrayals of the kings due to religious beliefs.

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