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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Callapine give to Almeda?

2. Tamburlaine pledges to do what to the town in which Zenocrate died?

3. What are the soldiers given as gifts to celebrate their victory?

4. Who stands by Tamburlaine's side at this time?

5. What is the ratio of boys to girls?

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

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.

Essay Topic 3

In the beginning of the play, Cosroe proclaimed that he intended to overthrow Mycetes and take over the throne as emperor. What changed the dynamic of how this was to be done? Who supported Cosroe? Who was against him? What prompted Cosroe to become allies with Tamburlaine? How did Theridimas affect Cosroe's decision? Who else might defect to Tamburlaine's camp?

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