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

Short Answer Questions

1. Tamburlaine and Theridimas use what for target practice?

2. Callapine announces his plans for:

3. How is Zenocrate's body transported?

4. What act could bring dishonor on Tamburlaine?

5. Orcanes proclaims the victory represents:

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Tamburlaine claims his efforts are blessed by the gods who continue to provide good fortune. Do you think Tamburlaine has been blessed? Are the people and things Tamburlaine has accrued due to blessings or through treachery and thievery as the Persians believe? How might Tamburlaine have achieved those things otherwise? What do you think Tamburlaine will do with all the land and riches?

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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