Literature: The Book of Good Love & The Poem of My Cid
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What is the primary theme of The Book of Good Love?

  • Wealth and power
  • Nature and the environment
  • Chivalric heroism
  • The tension between human and divine love (correct)

Which meter is primarily used in The Book of Good Love?

  • Hendecasyllabic
  • Octosyllabic
  • Cuaderna vía (correct)
  • Verso libre

What literary forms influenced The Book of Good Love?

  • Historical accounts and biographies
  • Modern novels and poetry
  • Popular fairy tales
  • Classical Latin literature and religious songs (correct)

Who is the author of The Book of Good Love?

<p>Juan Ruiz, Archpriest of Hita (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the tone of The Book of Good Love?

<p>Ambiguous, reflecting a blend of social and religious ideals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary theme of The Poem of My Cid?

<p>A hero's rise from disgrace to social prominence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of The Poem of My Cid details the Cid's early victories in Moorish territory?

<p>The Canto of the Banishment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event concludes the Canto of the Insult of Corpes?

<p>The marriages of the Cid's daughters to the Infantes of Navarre and Aragón (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What artistic value is prominently featured in The Poem of My Cid?

<p>Accurate historical and geographical details (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which character is highlighted as the hero in The Poem of My Cid?

<p>Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is the oldest extant epic in Spanish literature?

The Poem of My Cid, dating back to the mid-11th or early 12th century.

Who is the central figure of "The Poem of My Cid"?

Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, also known as the Cid, a Castilian hero who faces banishment, conquers Valencia, and eventually reconciles with the king.

What is the poem's main theme?

The poem focuses on the Cid's rise from disgrace (banishment) to social prominence through his bravery and cunning.

How is the poem structured?

The Poem of My Cid is divided into three sections: the Canto of the Banishment, the Canto of the Weddings, and the Canto of the Insult of Corpes.

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What are some artistic values presented in "The Poem of My Cid"?

The poem is known for its realism (accurate details), unified narrative (focusing on the Cid), and subtle sense of humor.

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What is the main theme of The Book of Good Love?

The main theme of The Book of Good Love is love, encompassing both human and divine love, with a significant tension between the two.

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What is the major shift in society during the 14th century depicted in The Book of Good Love?

The 14th century saw a shift from emphasis on religious and chivalric ideals towards greater materialism.

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What is the structure of The Book of Good Love?

The Book of Good Love is presented as a series of fictionalized stories about the Archpriest's amorous adventures, with allegories like the conflict between "Don Amor" and the Archpriest and the struggle between "Carnal" and "Shrovetide."

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What are some of the literary sources for The Book of Good Love?

The Archpriest's work draws inspiration from various sources including the Bible, classical Latin literature, medieval literature, fabliaux, and religious and secular lyrics.

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What is the purpose of The Book of Good Love?

While the purpose is ambiguous, scholars agree that the dominant tone is moral, reflecting a blend of social and religious ideals.

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