Understanding the Shepherd's Tale

A merry shepherd asks a shepherdess to play the game of love. The shepherdess, however, finds his words dishonest and refuses his request, explaining that he lacks the 'spear' she needs, using it as a metaphor for something essential that he does not possess.

What does the shepherd request from the shepherdess?

• To sing a song together

• To engage in the game of love

• To join him in a dance

• To play a game of chess

How does the shepherdess initially respond to the shepherd's request?

• She agrees immediately

• She finds his words dishonest

• She laughs at him

• She asks him to stop

What does the shepherdess ask the shepherd to do after expressing her distrust?

• To bring her a gift

• To try harder

• To stop making his prayer

• To leave her alone

What is the shepherdess's main reason for rejecting the shepherd's request?

• She is already in love with someone else

• She believes he lacks something she needs

• She does not understand his request

• She is too busy with her work

What does the shepherdess imply the shepherd lacks?

• A sense of humor

• The spear she needs

• Wealth

• Courage