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

Short Answer Questions

1. There is an imminent battle with whose army?

2. Which king wants to give the city the chance to surrender?

3. Who is not one who steps forth to pay homage to Tamburlaine?

4. Who is urged to surrender?

5. What item does Olympia claim has magical powers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Olympia is desperate to die after her husband and child are killed. What caused the delay in Olympia's death? Why was Olympia kept by Theridimas instead of being sent to Tamburlaine as originally planned? What trick does Olympia perform on Theridimas? What is the result?

Essay Topic 2

The Sultan of Egypt, Zenocrate's father, is threatened with death when Tamburlaine invades Damascus. What could Zenocrate do or say to protect her father and their home? How did the Sultan react when he came in contact with Tamburlaine? What will happen when he learns of Zenocrate's love for his enemy? How will Tamburlaine react when he meets Zenocrate's father? Do you believe that the Sultan would be happy to give up his kingdom for regency?

Essay Topic 3

The story ends with Amyras and Celebinus mourning the death of Tamburlaine. Neither claims to have the spirit left for conquest. Describe how Tamburlaine's death affected his sons. How might Tamburlaine's legacy be carried on? Which son will be the most successful? Will Tamburlaine's sons be able to fulfill their father's prophecy?

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