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Astrophel and Stella Quiz

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What is the primary theme of 'Astrophel and Stella'?

Adventure
Friendship
Nature
Unrequited love (correct)

The collection 'Astrophel and Stella' consists of 100 sonnets.

False (B)

Who is the author of 'Astrophel and Stella'?

Sir Philip Sidney

Astrophel compares Stella to mythical figures such as and .

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Match the following components of 'Astrophel and Stella' with their characteristics:

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Astrophil and Stella

A collection of 108 sonnets by Sir Philip Sidney, expressing unrequited love.

Unrequited love

Love directed towards someone who does not reciprocate the feelings.

Stella

The object of Astrophil's affection in the sonnet sequence.

Sonnets

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Sir Philip Sidney

The author of Astrophil and Stella, a collection of love sonnets.

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Astrophel and Stella

A collection of sonnets written by Sir Philip Sidney in 1591
Explores the theme of unrequited love
Divided into three books, with a total of 108 sonnets
Written in Shakespearean form with an ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme
Astrophel (star lover) expresses his love for Stella (star)
Compares Stella to mythological figures like Venus and Diana
Expresses his inability to win her heart
Uses figures of speech to compare love

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Test your knowledge on 'Astrophel and Stella', the renowned collection of sonnets by Sir Philip Sidney. Explore its themes, structure, and the expressions of unrequited love through the lens of mythological references. Challenge yourself with questions on the writing style and poetic devices used throughout the work.