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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Second Cantar: Sections 103-111.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much does the Cid pay for the protection of his family?
(a) 100 marks.
(b) 500 marks.
(c) 70 marks.
(d) 50 marks.

2. Why does the Cid want to go to San Pedro de Cardeña?
(a) To escape persecution.
(b) To rest.
(c) To visit his family.
(d) To go into hiding.

3. What symbol of loyalty does Minaya suggest for men who wish to leave the Cid's service?
(a) A monetary debt.
(b) A scar on the face.
(c) A signed oath.
(d) A kiss on the Cid's hand.

4. Who wrote "The Poem of the Cid"?
(a) Pablo Neruda.
(b) No one knows.
(c) Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
(d) M. H. Abrams.

5. What does the Cid say he will not cut in Section 76?
(a) His bread.
(b) His booty from battles into parts.
(c) His beard.
(d) His hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the count look over his shoulder as he's leaving in Section 63?

2. What does the Cid ask in return for his gift to King Alphonso in Section 77?

3. How many soldiers did Minaya kill during the battle, according to Section 40?

4. What does Rachel ask as a gift from the Cid?

5. For how many sections does the Cid count his men?

(see the answer key)

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