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What criticism did Cervantes level against the comedies that triumphed, particularly those of Lope de Vega?
What criticism did Cervantes level against the comedies that triumphed, particularly those of Lope de Vega?
- They did not mirror life accurately, being full of absurdities and disregarding verisimilitude and unity. (correct)
- They were overly reliant on historical accuracy, limiting creative freedom.
- They lacked complex characters and relied on simple archetypes.
- They focused too much on serious themes, neglecting the importance of comedic relief.
How does Cervantes portray the city in 'La Numancia'?
How does Cervantes portray the city in 'La Numancia'?
- As a bustling center of commerce and political intrigue.
- As a passive backdrop to the human drama unfolding within its walls.
- As a symbol of decay and moral corruption, mirroring the Roman Empire's decline.
- As a protagonist represented by individual characters and multiple anecdotes. (correct)
Which of the following best describes the thematic focus of a group of Cervantes' eight comedies?
Which of the following best describes the thematic focus of a group of Cervantes' eight comedies?
- The satire of courtly love and aristocratic customs.
- The theme of captivity. (correct)
- The philosophical debates on the nature of reality and illusion.
- The exploration of the psychological effects of isolation and solitude.
In 'La Numancia', what historical event serves as the backdrop for the play?
In 'La Numancia', what historical event serves as the backdrop for the play?
What literary device is prominently used in 'La Numancia'?
What literary device is prominently used in 'La Numancia'?
What distinguishes the Roman characters' treatment in Cervantes' 'La Numancia'?
What distinguishes the Roman characters' treatment in Cervantes' 'La Numancia'?
What type of plays are 'El rufián dichoso' and 'Pedro de Urdemalas'?
What type of plays are 'El rufián dichoso' and 'Pedro de Urdemalas'?
What is the primary characteristic of the language used in 'La Numancia'?
What is the primary characteristic of the language used in 'La Numancia'?
What prose works can be found among the eight 'entremeses'?
What prose works can be found among the eight 'entremeses'?
What was Cervantes' initial ambition upon returning from captivity?
What was Cervantes' initial ambition upon returning from captivity?
Flashcards
Cervantes' Theatrical Attempts
Cervantes' Theatrical Attempts
Cervantes tried to make a name for himself in theatre after returning from captivity.
Cervantes' Critique
Cervantes' Critique
Cervantes criticized Lope de Vega's comedies for lacking realism and unity.
La Numancia
La Numancia
A classical tragedy by Cervantes, focusing on the Roman siege and destruction of Numantia.
Unique Protagonist
Unique Protagonist
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Eight Comedies Series
Eight Comedies Series
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Entremeses Definition
Entremeses Definition
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‘La Numancia’ Significance
‘La Numancia’ Significance
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Plays About Captivity
Plays About Captivity
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Study Notes
- Cervantes attempted to establish himself with La Galatea and through theater after returning from captivity.
- He aimed to earn money in the late 16th century through theater but ultimately failed.
- Cervantes criticized Lope de Vega's comedies for lacking realism.
- La Numancia is considered a classicist work with rhetoric and epic verse.
- The play revolves around the siege and destruction of Numancia by the Romans led by Scipio Africanus.
- The city itself is a protagonist, represented by characters and anecdotes.
- Scipio is the main Roman character, while the literary treatment is intrahistorical.
- Cervantes wrote a series of eight comedies on different themes.
- Some focus on captivity, like El trato de Argel, La gran Sultana, and Los Baños de Argel.
- La casa de los celos is a comedy with a novelistic plot.
- La entretenida is a cape and sword comedy.
- El rufián dichoso and Pedro de Urdemalas are lopesco-style comedies.
- Cervantes wrote OCHO ENTREMESES, published with his eight comedies.
- La elección de los alcaldes de Daganzo and El rufián viudo are entremeses written in verse.
- El retablo de las maravillas and 'El viejo celoso' are entremeses written in prose.
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