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Confucius and One Thousand and One Nights

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Confucius and One Thousand and One Nights

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What is the name of the vizier's daughter who marries the king in the text?

Shahbanu

Shahrazad

Scheherazade (correct)

Dunyazad

How does Scheherazade ensure that the king will be eager to hear the rest of her stories the following night?

She dances for him

She recites poetry

She sings a lullaby

She stops the story in the middle (correct)

What strategy does Scheherazade employ to save herself and other brides from execution?

Performing magic tricks

Telling the king stories every night (correct)

Singing love songs to the king

Cooking elaborate meals for the king

What is the main content of the tales that Scheherazade tells to the king?

Elements from Persia, India, Greece, Central Asia, and more Signup and view all the answers

Which literary work consists of tales that combine magical, mystical, mythical elements with real and historical events?

One Thousand and One Nights Signup and view all the answers

In what region were the tales Arabized and adapted for a Middle Eastern and Islamic audience?

Middle East Signup and view all the answers

What form did Confucius' teachings take after his death in 479 BC?

Dialogues between him and his students Signup and view all the answers

During which historical period was 'One Thousand and One Nights' compiled?

Islamic Golden Age Signup and view all the answers

What is the genre of 'One Thousand and One Nights'?

Various genres including fables, adventures, love stories Signup and view all the answers

What triggers King Shahrayar's loathing of women in 'One Thousand and One Nights'?

The betrayal by his wife Signup and view all the answers

Who had a shockingly sinister plan in 'One Thousand and One Nights'?

King Shahrayar Signup and view all the answers

'One Thousand and One Nights' heavily influenced cultural thought in which region?

China and elsewhere Signup and view all the answers

What type of souls are found in the Circle of Hell dedicated to GREED?

Money-grabbers and overly materialistic individuals Signup and view all the answers

Which cultural characteristic of the Spaniards is depicted in the epic tale of El Cid Campeador?

Middle Eastern folk tales influence Signup and view all the answers

Who is King of the Franks and leads an army fighting Muslims in Spain in 'The Song of Roland'?

Charlemagne Signup and view all the answers

Which category of souls would be found in the Circle of Hell dedicated to VIOLENCE?

Murderers and thugs, suicide victims Signup and view all the answers

'The Book of the Dead' is most closely associated with which ancient culture's mythology and theology?

Egyptian Signup and view all the answers

'The Book of the Dead' is famous for being a significant aspect of which ancient culture's heritage?