Quiz on Don Quixote

Which literary genre does Don Quixote primarily belong to?

• Epic poetry

• Satirical novel

• Historical fiction

• Gothic literature

What point of view is Don Quixote written in?

• First-person

• Third-person omniscient

• Third-person limited

• Second-person

The scene where Don Quixote mistakes windmills for giants is an example of which literary device?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Hyperbole

• Alliteration

How does Miguel de Cervantes use satire in Don Quixote?

• By glorifying knights and their heroic deeds

• By mocking chivalric romance and the unrealistic ideals of knights

• By promoting Don Quixote as a serious historical figure

• By encouraging readers to believe in magic and heroism

Which theme is MOST prominent in Don Quixote?

• The struggle between dreams and reality

• The importance of war and conquest

• The power of physical strength over intellect

• The triumph of wealth over poverty

What type of prose is Don Quixote classified as?

• Epistolary prose

• Romantic prose

• Picaresque novel

• Allegorical prose

What is the significance of Don Quixote's character in literary history?

• He represents the perfect hero in literature.

• He is an early example of a tragic figure in a realistic setting.

• He is based on a real-life knight.

• He symbolizes the importance of physical strength in storytelling.

Which of the following BEST describes the narrative structure of Don Quixote?

• A single, linear adventure with a clear resolution

• A collection of loosely connected episodes following a central character

• A series of letters exchanged between knights

• A continuous dialogue between the narrator and the audience

How does Cervantes use parody in Don Quixote?

• By imitating and exaggerating the conventions of medieval chivalric literature

• By retelling classic myths in a serious tone

• By using poetry instead of prose

• By presenting knights as flawless heroes

Which element of prose is most evident in Don Quixote?

• Stream of consciousness

• Extended metaphors and allegory

• Episodic storytelling

• Philosophical dialogue