Cervantes and His Literary Works

The video explores the life of Miguel de Cervantes, the renowned author of Don Quijote. It covers his early life, challenges, military service, and captivity. Cervantes' literary career is highlighted, focusing on the creation and success of Don Quijote. The video concludes with his legacy as the father of the modern novel.

Where was Miguel de Cervantes born?

• Seville

• Madrid

• Barcelona

• Alcalá de Henares

How many siblings did Miguel de Cervantes have?

• Five

• Eight

• Seven

• Six

Why did Cervantes decide to leave Spain?

• To visit family

• To join a theater group

• To escape a prison sentence

• To study literature

What injury did Cervantes sustain while serving as a soldier?

• Lost his left arm

• Lost his right leg

• Received three gunshots in his left arm

• Received a head injury

What was the title of Cervantes' first major novel?

• Don Quixote

• La Galatea

• El Cid

• La Celestina

Who are the protagonists of 'La Galatea'?

• Lazarillo and Tormes

• Romeo and Juliet

• Elcio and Erastro

• Don Quixote and Sancho Panza

What inspired Cervantes to write 'Don Quixote'?

• His love for poetry

• His experiences as a soldier

• His fascination with chivalric novels

• His travels in Italy

What did Don Quixote mistake for giants in one of his adventures?

• Castles

• Mountains

• Windmills

• Trees

Who wrote a false sequel to 'Don Quixote'?

• Luis de Góngora

• Francisco de Quevedo

• Lope de Vega

• Alonso Fernández de Avellaneda

What did Cervantes do to ensure no one else could use his character, Don Quixote?

• He trademarked the character

• He made Don Quixote die at the end of his sequel

• He sued the false author

• He wrote a letter to the king