Chapters 1-5 Flashcard: Adventures of Don Quixote

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What does Don Quixote think he sees on their journey?

Back

30 or more giants.

Front

Why did Don Alonso's reading create a problem?

Back

He believed that all of those fantastic tales were true.

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Why did the two women laugh at Don Quixote?

Back

They laughed at his looks and his speech.

Front

What does 'meddling' mean?

Back

Interfering in someone else's business.

Front

What did Don Quixote do that showed he was meddling?

Back

He interferes with the guards and the prisoners, which results in the prisoners' being set free.

Front

What happened to Don Quixote after the prisoners were freed?

Back

They attacked him and threw stones at him.

Front

Who is Don Quixote?

Back

A character who believes he is a knight and goes on adventures.

Front

What is the main theme of 'Adventures of Don Quixote'?

Back

The conflict between reality and illusion.

Front

What motivates Don Quixote to go on his adventures?

Back

His desire to revive chivalry and become a knight.

Front

What is a knight?

Back

A man who served his sovereign or lord as a mounted soldier in armor.