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What happens in Chapter 9 of Lazarillo de Tormes?
The squire tries to get lunch at the river, while Lazarillo begs for food.
What does Lazarillo wish about the squire in Chapter 10?
Who does Lazarillo find as his next master in Chapter 11?
A friar.
What is the main role of Lazarillo's fifth master in Chapter 12?
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In Chapter 13, the sheriff exposes the seller's fake indulgences.
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What new job does Lazarillo get after serving the seller in Chapter 14?
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Who does Lazarillo start serving after the chaplain in Chapter 15?
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What is Lazarillo's feeling towards his marriage in Chapter 16?
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Lazarillo believes the rumors about his wife's loyalty.
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Study Notes
Chapter 9
- Squire attempts to impress women by going to the river while Lazarillo begs for food, obtaining bread and meat.
- Squire expresses pride that Lazarillo begged instead of stealing, placing emphasis on honor.
- Squire implies that their current house brings misfortune, indicating they will relocate soon.
Chapter 10
- Lazarillo prefers this squire over previous masters but criticizes his vanity.
- A bad harvest prompts Toledo to expel poor residents; Lazarillo and the squire hide for three days with minimal food.
- Squire pretends to have dined well by returning home with a toothpick to maintain appearances.
- They ultimately plan to move to a new house; the squire avoids acknowledging social hierarchy.
- Squire shares experiences of hiding from wealthier individuals to avoid showing respect, hinting at his struggle with honor.
Chapter 11
- Lazarillo finds a new master, a friar supported by nuns, who provides him with his first pair of shoes.
- Shoes quickly wear out within eight days, showcasing the friar’s neglect in providing decent care.
Chapter 12
- Lazarillo enters service under a seller of indulgences, a highly profitable position.
- The seller gains favor with clergy through small gifts and exaggerated displays of piety.
- He uses Latin to impress wealthy audiences while switching to Spanish for the poor.
- Employs deception and trickery to maintain his reputation and sell fake indulgences.
Chapter 13
- A gambling dispute escalates into a fight between Lazarillo's master and a sheriff, exposing the seller's fraudulent activities.
- Following the confrontation, public skepticism towards the indulgences arises.
- The sheriff exposes the seller in church, but the seller orchestrates a dramatic act to regain credibility.
- Seller feigns divine punishment upon the sheriff, who collapses, prompting the crowd to believe in the validity of the indulgences.
- The incident is revealed as a planned act to boost sales, leading to substantial profits for the seller.
Chapter 14
- After leaving the indulgence seller, Lazarillo serves a drum painter but is mistreated and endures significant hardship.
- Secures a new job with a chaplain, providing water around the city and experiencing improved living conditions for the first time.
- After four years of saving, Lazarillo buys new clothes and feels successful enough to leave the chaplain's service.
Chapter 15
- Lazarillo begins working for a sheriff's aide but remains briefly due to danger from fugitives.
- Eventually, with assistance from friends and divine help, he secures a stable job promoting wine sales in the city.
- His talents attract attention, with the archpriest suggesting a potential marriage to one of his servants.
Chapter 16
- Lazarillo marries the archpriest's servant, enjoying companionship and her diligence.
- Their marriage strengthens ties to the archpriest, who frequently provides them with food and support.
- Rumors circulate regarding Lazarillo's wife's loyalty and her past relationship with the archpriest.
- Despite assurances from the archpriest, Lazarillo trusts his suspicions but chooses to support his wife's autonomy.
- Encounters with friends bring tension over the rumors, but Lazarillo defends his wife, feeling he enjoys a peak in fortune despite the gossip.
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Explore the key events of Chapter 9 from 'Lazarillo de Tormes'. This chapter highlights the interactions between Lazarillo and the squire, focusing on themes of honor and survival. Discover how these moments reflect the broader context of the story.
