Don Quixote & Ideal Knighthood and Chivalry
Part 1 : Read the background to the author Miguel de Cervantes.
1. List 5 significant facts about his life.
2. According to the article, why is Don Quixote considered one of the best adventure
stories in the world?
3. Define parody
4. What are the two important thematic questions to consider as you read?
5. Would you consider yourself a “dreamer” or more of a realist?
Part 2: Look over this website about knighthood and chivalry in the middle ages.
http://www.lordsandladies.org/middle-ages-knights.htm
Make a list of what is important to know about….
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9.
10.
The knight’s armor?
The squire?
The horse?
Adventures?
Code of chivalry?
Don Quixote & Ideal Knighthood and Chivalry
Part 1 : Read the background to the author Miguel de Cervantes.
1. List 5 significant facts about his life.
2. According to the article, why is Don Quixote considered one of the best adventure
stories in the world?
3. Define parody
4. What are the two important thematic questions to consider as you read?
5. Would you consider yourself a “dreamer” or more of a realist?
Part 2: Look over this website about knighthood and chivalry in the middle ages.
http://www.lordsandladies.org/middle-ages-knights.htm
Make a list of what is important to know about….
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
The knight’s armor?
The squire?
The horse?
Adventures?
Code of chivalry?