The Glove and the Lions Analysis

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What motivated the Count de Lorge to jump into the lion's pit?

  • He wanted to win a bet among nobles.
  • He wanted to impress the King.
  • He sought to prove his love to his lady. (correct)
  • He was trying to escape a challenging situation.

How did King Francis react to de Lorge's actions?

  • He scolded de Lorge for his recklessness.
  • He questioned the lady's wisdom in dropping the glove.
  • He admired de Lorge's bravery. (correct)
  • He was indifferent to the event.

What does the lady expect to gain by dropping her glove?

  • A demonstration of loyalty.
  • A fight between the lions.
  • Public attention and admiration. (correct)
  • An act of chivalry from de Lorge.

Which of the following best describes the theme of the poem?

<p>The contrast between love and vanity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the King imply by saying, 'No love, quoth he, but vanity, sets love a task like that'?

<p>Love is only based on selfish desires. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivates the lady to drop her glove during the royal event?

<p>To prove her own love for the Count. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which line best illustrates the fierce nature of the lions during the fight?

<p>With wallowing might and stifled roar they rolled on one another. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'a wind went with their paws' imply about the lions?

<p>Their movements were swift and powerful. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Count de Lorge's leap into the lion's pit?

<p>It shows his desire to impress both the lady and the King. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does King Francis's statement reveal about his view on love and bravery?

<p>He believes true love requires noble deeds without a hint of vanity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

The Glove and the Lions

  • The poem tells the story of King Francis and his court watching a lion fight.
  • Count de Lorge is in love with a lady at the court.
  • The lady wants to test her lover's love and drops her glove into the lion enclosure to prove it to everyone.
  • Count de Lorge, with a motive of vanity rather than love, bravely recovers the glove and throws it back at the lady.
  • The king, impressed by the count’s bravery but not his motive, comments that vanity is not the same as love.
  • The poem ends with the king recognizing the count’s audacity while dismissing his love.

The Setting

  • The poem takes place at a royal event where King Francis is hosting a lion fight.

  • This event is well-attended by nobles and ladies.

Key Characters

  • King Francis: The king is described as being "hearty" and enjoying the spectacle of the lion fight.
  • Count de Lorge: A nobleman present at the event, and the lover of a beautiful lady who is also in attendance.
  • The Lady: The unnamed love interest of the Count de Lorge, is characterized by her "beauteous lively" nature, her smiling lips, and her "sharp bright eyes".

The Lion Fight

  • The lions engage in a fierce battle, roaring and biting with incredible power.
  • The scene is chaotic, with sand, mane, and bloody foam filling the air.
  • The ferocity of the lions leads King Francis to comment that they are "better here than there".

The Glove Drop

  • The lady, eager to test the Count’s love, decides to drop her glove into the lion's pit.
  • Her goal is to force the Count to prove his love by retrieving the glove, hoping to gain glory from his daring act.

Count de Lorge's Action

  • The Count quickly acts upon the lady's challenge, leaping into the lion's pit, retrieving the glove, and returning to his seat.
  • Despite the danger, he achieves his goal with speed and skill.

The Significance of the Glove

  • The Count, instead of returning the glove with love, throws it at the lady, directly in her face.

King Francis's Reaction

  • The king, recognizing the true nature of the act, declares that the Count's actions were driven by vanity, rather than true love.
  • The king's declaration suggests that he sees through the lady's manipulative game and recognizes the Count's true feelings.

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