Chapters 1-5 Flashcard: Adventures of Don Quixote

Front

Why did the two women laugh at Don Quixote?

Back

They laughed at his looks and his speech.

Front

Why did Don Alonso change his name to Don Quixote de la Mancha?

Back

He didn't think Don Alonso sounded good enough for a knight.

Front

What did Don Quixote promise Sancho Panza if he became his squire?

Back

Islands and kingdoms to govern.

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

Why was the farmer hitting the boy?

Back

The farmer was punishing the boy for not doing his job right.

Front

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

Back

The exploration of reality versus illusion.

Front

Who is Sancho Panza?

Back

Don Quixote's loyal squire.

Front

What motivates Don Quixote to become a knight?

Back

His desire to revive chivalry and seek adventure.

Front

What is a knight-errant?

Back

A knight who wanders in search of adventures.